Boxer: The Loyal Workhorse

Ever wondered why some of the kindest people get taken advantage of? Boxer perfectly shows how blind loyalty can be dangerous, even when it comes from the best intentions.

Boxer stands out as the farm's most dedicated supporter of the revolution. Unlike Mollie, who clings to her fancy ribbons, he gives up everything for the cause. His massive strength becomes essential for building the windmill, and he'll defend anyone he believes is good - even when it gets him in trouble with Napoleon's attack dogs.

His two famous mottos - "Napoleon is always right" and "I will work harder" - reveal everything about his character. Boxer genuinely believes the leadership has everyone's best interests at heart. This makes him incredibly gullible and manipulable, though his heart is always in the right place.

Key Point: Boxer represents the proletariat - the working class who must work to survive and often get exploited by those in power.

What makes Boxer truly tragic is that his greatest strength becomes his weakness. Every time something goes wrong on the farm, instead of questioning the leadership, he just works himself harder. This dedication ultimately leads to his downfall when he becomes too old and weak to be useful.