jan 8, 1776 - Common Sense Published

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A pamphlet published by Thomas Paine, this literary work was one of the most influential writings that caused the American Revolution. This pamphlet called for a republic and independence from the British Crown. The fiery diction in this piece lead to the American Revolution by rousing the hearts and emotions of thousands of colonists and finally giving them the last push that they needed to start the fight.

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