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Editorial
December 17, 1784
The New Hampshire Gazette And General Advertiser
Portsmouth, Exeter, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
The editorial celebrates the era's advancements in civil and ecclesiastical freedom, crediting the King of France for aiding the oppressed, the American war and state constitutions for inspiring the German Emperor to ease despotism, and Ireland's patriotism drawn from America.
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The present age seems to second every attempt to recover freedom, civil and ecclesiastical. The King of France, a character as amiable as he is great, has the honour to be the first to rescue the oppressed. The history of the American war and constitutions of the several States, have inspired the emperor of Germany with a generous love of freedom, and he seems determined to distinguish his reign by relaxing the rigors of despotism by diffusing learning and wealth, and increasing the happiness of his subjects. Ireland has caught the fire of patriotism from America, and may heaven crown their efforts with the same glorious success.
What sub-type of article is it?
Foreign Affairs
War Or Peace
Constitutional
What keywords are associated?
Freedom
American War
King Of France
Emperor Of Germany
Irish Patriotism
Ecclesiastical Liberty
What entities or persons were involved?
King Of France
Emperor Of Germany
Ireland
America
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Global Spread Of Freedom Inspired By American Revolution
Stance / Tone
Optimistic Support For Liberty Movements
Key Figures
King Of France
Emperor Of Germany
Ireland
America
Key Arguments
Current Age Supports Recovery Of Civil And Ecclesiastical Freedom
King Of France Leads In Rescuing The Oppressed
American War And State Constitutions Inspire German Emperor's Love Of Freedom
Emperor Aims To Relax Despotism Through Learning, Wealth, And Subject Happiness
Ireland Adopts American Patriotism, Hoping For Similar Success