Heroes of the Enlightenment Changes in Society (Part 2 of 2)
Heroes of the Enlightenment Changes in Society (Part 2 of 2)
By the end of the 18th century, many Enlightenment ideals about society had been put into practice by three remarkable men: Nicolas de Condorcet, who advocated for civil rights, the abolishment of slavery and gender equality; Thomas Jefferson, principal author of the Declaration of Independence; and Frederick the Great, whose “enlightened absolutism” meant religious tolerance in Prussia. This program profiles their achievements. Part 2 of 2.
- 2011
- 00:52:27
- 13-14
- Added on: 03/12/2020
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- Subjects
- Enlightenment -- Europe [LCSH] Enlightenment -- United States [LCSH] Europe -- Civilization -- 18th century [LCSH] Europe -- History -- 18th century [LCSH] United States -- Intellectual life -- 18th century [LCSH] Social sciences [LCSH] Philosophy [LCSH] Political science [LCSH] Religion and ethics [LCSH] World history [LCSH]
- Team
- Shuyun Sun (Producer), Sheila Hayman (Director)
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