Animals worked diligently throughout the year despite challenges.
60-hour work weeks became standard, with additional Sunday work as "voluntary" but with penalties for absence.
The windmill construction faced difficulties but all animals contributed, with heroic efforts from Boxer, the horse.
Animals were not worse off than before, though some shortages began to appear.
Building the Windmill:
Quarrying and transporting stone was arduous and time-consuming.
Boxer's dedication was central to progress; he worked extra hours out of a sense of duty.
Leadership and Manipulation:
Napoleon announced trade with humans to obtain necessary materials.
Engaging in trade and using money conflicted with earlier resolutions.
Squealer convinced the animals that no such resolutions ever existed, blaming Snowball for spreading lies.
Changes in Rules:
Pigs moved into the farmhouse, which the animals vaguely recalled was against the rules.
Squealer manipulated language to justify pigs sleeping in beds, claiming the rule was against sheets.
Animals were reassured by Squealer's explanations, often backed by the presence of dogs.
Trade and Interaction with Humans:
Mr. Whymper, a solicitor, was appointed as an intermediary for trade.
Animals felt uneasy about the dealings with humans but were reassured by Napoleon's leadership.
Windmill Destruction:
A violent storm destroyed the nearly half-built windmill.
Napoleon blamed Snowball for the destruction, portraying him as a traitor.
A reward was offered for Snowball's capture, dead or alive.
Reactions and Future Plans:
Animals were devastated by the loss but were motivated to rebuild the windmill immediately.
Napoleon's call to action emphasized determination and the continuation of plans.
Conclusion:
Chapter 6 highlights the manipulation of rules and the exploitation of animal labor under the guise of collective benefit. The leadership uses rhetoric and threats to maintain control and push their agenda.