Thomas Paine Historical Figure

Thomas Paine Historical Figure

1977-103.9

Accession No.: 1977-103.9

Thomas Paine wrote the 1776 pamphlet Common Sense that galvanized revolutionary sentiment and led to the Independence Movement and the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Paine had met Franklin in England, who invited him to come to America, the land of opportunity.

This sculpture is part of American Revolution! George Stuart Historical Figures ® on display at the Museum of Ventura County 2021-2022. More on the figures at the George S. Stuart Historical Figures, US Patriots and Founders webpage.

Stuart, George S.

1960s-1970s

Figure

Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809

Authors

California

Ventura County (Calif.)

Ojai (Calif.)

Museum of Ventura County

Historical Figures® by George S. Stuart

Images © copyright Peter d'Aprix & Dee Finning

Physical Object (Stuffed Teddy Bear)

English