Contemporary World

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    The Enlightenment

    The enlightenment was an intellectual and philosophical move,emt that dominate the world of ideas in Europe during the 18th century.
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    Enlightened Despotism

    Enlightened despotism referred a leader's espousal of "Enlightenment ideas and principles" to enhance the leader's power.
  • The US Independence

    The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colenies regarded themselves as free and independent states.
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    French Revolution

    The french revolution was a period of far reaching social and political upheaval in France and its colonies.