Thomas
PAINE
(b.
29 January 1737
,
Thetford, Norfolk, England
d.
8 June 1809
,
Manhattan, New York, USA
)
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Thomas PAINE was born 29 January 1737 in Thetford, Norfolk, England
Thomas PAINE was the child of ? and ?Thomas PAINE died 8 June 1809 in Manhattan, New York, USA .
son of Joseph Pain and Frances Cocke
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1737 Birth 29 January 1737
Thetford, Norfolk, England
Biography
Thomas Paine was a fascinating figure in American history, known for his influential writings during the American Revolution. Born on January 29, 1737, in Thetford, England, Paine had a varied and often tumultuous life.
Paine's early years were marked by a series of setbacks. He worked various jobs, from corset maker to schoolteacher, and even a brief stint as an excise officer. However, his life took a significant turn when he met Benjamin Franklin in London in 1774. Encouraged by Franklin, Paine decided to immigrate to the American colonies.
Arriving in Philadelphia in 1774, Paine quickly became involved in revolutionary activities. In 1776, he published his most famous work, 'Common Sense.' This pamphlet played a crucial role in galvanizing public opinion in favor of independence. Paine's straightforward and persuasive writing style made complex political ideas accessible to the common people.
'Common Sense' argued for the American colonies' independence from British rule, ...Read MORE...
Thomas Paine was a fascinating figure in American history, known for his influential writings during the American Revolution. Born on January 29, 1737, in Thetford, England, Paine had a varied and often tumultuous life.
Paine's early years were marked by a series of setbacks. He worked various jobs, from corset maker to schoolteacher, and even a brief stint as an excise officer. However, his life took a significant turn when he met Benjamin Franklin in London in 1774. Encouraged by Franklin, Paine decided to immigrate to the American colonies.
Arriving in Philadelphia in 1774, Paine quickly became involved in revolutionary activities. In 1776, he published his most famous work, 'Common Sense.' This pamphlet played a crucial role in galvanizing public opinion in favor of independence. Paine's straightforward and persuasive writing style made complex political ideas accessible to the common people.
'Common Sense' argued for the American colonies' independence from British rule, ...Read MORE...
1784 - The bifocal lens is invented (Benjamin Franklin, United States)The oil lamp is invented (Aimé Argand, Switzerland)
1809 Death 8 June 1809
Manhattan, New York, USA
He died at the age of 72.
Postcards and Memories of Manhattan, New York, USA (New York City) (New Amsterdam) (Washington Heights)
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