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Thomas Paine publishes one of a series of pamphlets in The Pennsylvania Journal entitled "The American Crisis".
On December 19, 1776, Thomas Paine published the first of his stirring pamphlets titled 'The American Crisis' in The Pennsylvania Journal, rallying support for independence.
On this day in 1776, political writer Thomas Paine released the inaugural essay of 'The American Crisis' series in The Pennsylvania Journal.
His powerful opening line, 'These are the times that try men's souls,' galvanized American troops during their darkest hour.
Paine's pamphlets were widely distributed, boosting morale amid the Revolutionary War setbacks.
He blended fiery rhetoric with calls for unity, urging patriots to persevere against British forces.
Paine's pen proved almost as mighty as a musket, shaping public opinion and the course of the revolution.
His work remains a seminal example of persuasive political literature.
1776
Thomas Paine
The Pennsylvania Journal
The American Crisis