Analysis: Why Napoleon Abolishes 'Beast Of England'

In midst of a bitter winter and food shortage, the animals labor to rebuild the windmill. Napoleon continues to rewrite history while publicly condemning Snowball to gain the animal’s loyalty. As Napoleon’s dogs attack and slaughter supposedly treasonous animals, Clover realizes that their original vision of a utopian society differs from the current injustice and terror the animals face. Napoleon abolishes “Beast of England”, the animal’s source of unity, hope, and comfort. Squealer labels the song unnecessary since the rebellion has ended; however, the real reason remains that Napoleon does not want the animals to rebel against his regime.