Pamphlet

Definition

A short publication used to present arguments or spread ideas to a wide audience.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

Thomas Paine, an English emigrant who arrived in Philadelphia in 1774, published Common Sense anonymously in January 1776. This pamphlet argued that America should become independent rather than seek reconciliation with Britain.
Revise: War of Independence

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GCSE History · key term

A short publication used to present arguments or spread ideas to a wide audience.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

Thomas Paine, an English emigrant who arrived in Philadelphia in 1774, published Common Sense anonymously in January 1776. This pamphlet argued that America should become independent rather than seek reconciliation with Britain.
Revise: War of Independence

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