dec 31, 1730 - Early Enlightenment/John Locke
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The Enlightenment was a event that made all the colonists emphasize reason, individualism, and skepticism. This was a time of religion and exploring. The goal for enlightenment thinkers was to inform the public about their ideas. John Locke was a huge part of this movement. He influenced the idea of everyone having life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness. He was also known as the "Father of Liberalism".
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