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The discussion surrounding misrepresentation is further illustrated through an exploration of Molly Pitcher, whose real-life contributions as a camp follower during the Revolutionary War are often reduced to mythologized tales. An accurate account of her role shows her bringing water to soldiers, yet her actions are sometimes exaggerated beyond recognition, overshadowed by myths and AI-generated visuals that do not honor her true story. This tendency to sensationalize history serves to mock more than honor, showing that history is engaging in its own right and should not be frivolously altered for comedic or buzz-worthy purposes.