How Did Thomas Paine Shape The Age Of Revolution

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The Enlightenment was a cultural and intellectual movement which allowed many philosophers to spread new ideas. There were many different philosophers during this age that influenced others with their ideas. Each had separate beliefs, and Thomas Paine’s ideas in particular helped to shape the Age of Revolution. Thomas Paine was a brilliant philosopher and was an important member of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Born in Norfolk, England, Thomas failed out of school and began to work alongside his father. He eventually became an officer of the excise. He was very unsuccessful during his time as an officer and was often relieved of his duties. His life was not pleasant until he encountered Benjamin Franklin in 1774, who told him he