The Enlightenment (jan 1, 1600 – jan 1, 1700)

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The Enlightenment took place mainly during the 1600s to late 1700s, peaking in the 18th century (the 1700s).
Who Was Involved:
Key thinkers included philosophers like John Locke, Voltaire, Rousseau, and Montesquieu, along with scientists and writers across Europe.
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It began in Europe, especially in countries like France, England, and Germany, but its ideas spread worldwide.
What It Was:
The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement that emphasized reason, individual rights, and skepticism of traditional authority, laying the groundwork for modern democracies and revolutions.

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