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Who writes history books?

History books are written by historians, often academics, researchers, or educators, who interpret evidence from primary sources like documents and artefacts. Their perspectives can vary, leading to different narratives. This is why Trump's order to challenge the Smithsonian's 'inaccurate' exhibits touches on the very core of how historical understanding is constructed and presented to the public.

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