#OnThisDay in 1776, Thomas Paine published the pamphlet "Common Sense." Professor John Fea, from our Lectures in History series, provides some context for his revolutionary ideas. Watch the full class: https://cs.pn/2TBqEzx | American History TV

November 4th is Use Your Common Sense Day! This day reminds us to, literally, use our common sense. Common sense is defined as having good sense and sound judgment in practical matters. Of course, in thinking about common sense, we are reminded of Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense,” which was published during the American Revolution. Speaking of the American Revolution, there is a new 6 part documentary called “The American Revolution” by Ken Burns premiering on PBS on November 16th at 8pm! For today