Thomas Paine

Who was this man? What was the impact of his words?

Even before Lexington & Concord

Americans were calling for separation from Britain In 1775, Patrick Henry uttered these famous words I know not what others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!

What was Thomas Paines background?

He was know as a political journalist and a great pamphleteer The son of a poor corset maker Drifted from job to job A sailor, teacher, and merchant Studied independentlyhis hobby? .Writing!

Its who you know

Paine was a friend of Ben Franklin He moved to America in 1774 He became a magazine editor He had a blunt, straightforward style of writing He wrote a short Pamphlet It would become a powerful piece of propaganda!

The Famous Pamphlet he wrote?

Common Sense

What did it simply say?

Americans dont owe direct allegiance to the King of Great Britain Americans should make a complete break from them Americans should establish a republic Half a million copies were read in just six (6) monthsit persuaded the colonists

Reconciliation is Impossible!
Paine would make NO $$ from thisin fact, he lost money! But, 6 months later, this would happenWhat?

~The Declaration of Independence~

Where might you see this famous photo?

Back of a $2.00 bill!