The American Crisis · Character
The Quakers
Religious group opposed to war, rebuked by Paine for neutrality.
minor
Also known as the Quakers, Quakers
First appearance: to the inhabitants of america
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Criticized for a treasonable publication of November 20, and for being allowed to escape punishment by the Committee of Safety.
The Quakers first appears in 0007 to the inhabitants of america.
With Tories (social): The Quakers and Tories shared pacifist or loyalist leanings, often interacting as fellow non-revolutionary groups.
In The Crisis III: Criticized for a treasonable publication of November 20, and for being allowed to escape punishment by the Committee of Safety.
Later, in Endnotes: The Quakers are discussed in relation to their political stance and the actions of John Pemberton; a note clarifies Paine's criticism of the society.
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- Other
Character groups
- Key Figures and Factions
- Protagonist
- British and Loyalist Opponents
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