Lesson 31 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepKey Figures: John Adams and Thomas Paine
John Adams and Thomas Paine were two influential figures in the American Revolution.
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Then & Now
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John Adams and Thomas Paine were two influential figures in the American Revolution. John Adams was a lawyer and a passionate advocate for independence, playing a key role in drafting the Declaration of Independence. Thomas Paine, on the other hand, was a pamphleteer whose writings, such as 'Common Sense,' inspired many colonists to support the revolution. Together, their contributions helped shape the revolutionary spirit and the fight for American independence.
Key Facts
John Adams helped draft the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Paine wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense.'
Both men were influential in promoting the cause of independence.
Timeline
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement, is founded
The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
The Declaration of Independence is signed
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1 of 2What significant document did John Adams help draft?
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