Snowball

Snowball is a key character in George Orwell's allegorical novella 'Animal Farm.' He represents the idealistic revolutionary leader who initially champions the principles of equality and freedom among the animals. After the successful revolt against their human owner, Snowball becomes one of the principal leaders alongside Napoleon. However, he is eventually betrayed and exiled by Napoleon, symbolizing the struggle for power and the corrupting influence of authority within revolutionary movements. His character serves as a critique of the betrayal of revolutionary ideals and the rise of authoritarianism.