The Battle of the Cowshed

The Battle of the Cowshed is a key event in George Orwell's novella "Animal Farm." It represents a conflict between the farm's animal residents, who have overthrown their human owner, and the humans who attempt to reclaim the farm. The animals, led by the pigs, successfully defend their territory against the human farmer Jones and his allies. This battle symbolizes the struggles of a revolution, highlighting themes of unity and resistance, as well as the challenges faced after gaining independence. Ultimately, it illustrates the fragility of freedom and the complexities of power dynamics in a new society.