The Enlightenment

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Enlightened Despots were:

People give up some of their personal freedoms in exchange for order, peace, and safety.

Where did the Age of Enlightenment mostly occur?

Father of modern capitalism; Argued for a free market economy; Allow for supply and demand to regulate the economy.

Wrote about: justice, religious toleration and liberty; Strong believer in freedom of speech.

Believed in a strong monarchy to enforce law and order.

About when did the Enlightenment reach its peak?

Separation of powers, three branches of government and checks and balances.