Thomas Paine common sense

Thomas Paine (January 29, 1737-June 8, 1809) political activist, author, political theorist and revolutionary was anti-slavery, and he was one of the first to advocate a world peace organization and social security for the poor and elderly.On Jan 10, 1776 publishes Common sense which challenged the authority of the British government and the royal monarchy.

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