Rene Descartes's life span (mar 31, 1596 – feb 11, 1650)
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Is a French native Philosopher, but is more famous for his work in the Netherlands. He often considered the Father of Modern Philosophy for his disapproval for Biblical reasons to explain natural phenomena. He also set himself apart by not relying on what former philosophers view points. He is wrote the Principles of Philosophy and helped create modern calculus. Created deductive reasoning which allowed one to argue a claim based on truths and facts.
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mar 31, 1596
feb 11, 1650
~ 53 years