Doe Quote by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk
“To write history is as important as to make history. It is an unchanging truth that if the writer does not remain true to the maker, then it takes on a quality that will confuse humanity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Turkish Grand National Assembly, 1927
History must be recorded faithfully; distortion misleads society.
In simple terms: Accurate recording prevents confusion.
Preserve truth in documentation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- journalism
- political discourse
- archival work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we ensure writers stay true to events?
- What safeguards protect historical accuracy?
Bias can still shape narratives despite intent.