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Hip Hughes History
Colonialism in America Explained: US History Review
Mr. Hughes explains some long term and short term reasons for American Independence from Great Britain in the 18th century.
C-SPAN
On This Day: Thomas Paine's Common Sense
Many Americans can identify Thomas Paine and his seminal work, Common Sense. Yet, only six people showed up at his funeral. Using video resources, class members study both the document and the outcomes of his inflammatory words. Clips...
Macat
An Introduction to Thomas Paine's Common Sense
Most American are familiar with Thomas Paine's impassioned plea about the importance of liberty, but they may not be as familiar with the other ideas put forth in his pamphlet Common Sense. Introduce class members to Paine's...
PBS
Liberty's Kids 112 Common Sense
A Liberty's Kids video that focuses on Benjamin Franklin printing a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine called Common Sense and how that pamphlet spread throughout Philadelphia and sparked support for the American rebellion. [23:18]
Other
Danger Rangers: Ranger Rhythms: Common Sense
A fun song that talks about common sense. Read the lyrics as you watch an animated video.
Other
Reading Through History: History Brief: Thomas Paine's Common Sense
Video explores Common Sense and Thomas Paine's call for American independence in 1776. [3:30]
HipHughes History
You Tube: "Common Sense" Explained: Us History Review
Find out why Mr. Hughes calls Thomas Paine's "Common Sense", the "Book of Duh." Seven arguments from Paine detailing why we need to leave Great Britain.