in animal farm, Consider Boxer’s response to the conclusion of the Battle of Cowshed. Why would Orwell include this moment? What does it say about the course of history?
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Answer: A cow starts the rebellion by walking into the store-shed. The animals end up chasing Mr Jones off the farm. The animals bravely fight off a human attempt to retake the farm, this becomes known as 'The Battle of the Cowshed'. The animals set to work building a windmill and Napoleon takes charge.
The Battle of Cowshed occurred because Mr. Jones finally was able to get a group of men together to attempt to take back his farm. At first, no one wanted to help Jones. In fact, Orwell states that people wanted to take advantage of Jones's situation.
Battle of the Cowshed Summary
In October, Jones and a group of men arrive at Animal Farm and attempt to seize control of it. Snowball turns out to be an extraordinary tactician and, with the help of the other animals, drives Jones and his men away. The animals then celebrate their victory in what they call "The Battle of the Cowshed."