Which pamphlet advocating for American Independence was published by Thomas Paine in 1776?

Thomas Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense," published in 1776, played a crucial role in advocating for American independence from British rule. In this influential work, Paine presented compelling arguments that challenged the legitimacy of monarchy and the British government’s control over the American colonies. He appealed to the colonists’ sense of justice and reason, arguing that it was time to break free from the oppressive rule of King George III.

Paine’s straightforward writing style made complex political ideas accessible to a wide audience, effectively galvanizing public opinion in favor of independence. He emphasized the natural rights of individuals and the idea that government should be a product of the people's will, rather than imposed from above. "Common Sense" also inspired many colonists to envision an independent America based on democratic principles.

While "The American Crisis," also by Paine, focused on the challenges faced during the Revolutionary War, it was published later and primarily aimed to boost morale. "The Rights of Man," published after "Common Sense," dealt with political and social theory rather than American independence specifically. The "Declaration of Independence," on the other hand, was a formal statement adopted by the Continental Congress, outlining the colonies' reasons for seeking independence, but it was not a pamph