Peace and Anti-War

Paine links hereditary monarchy and court governments to perpetual war and high taxes, proposing that republican principles and international cooperation can abolish war and reduce public burdens.

Paine expresses his wish to avoid war and advocates for better understanding between England and France, criticizing those who profit from conflict.

Paine condemns the English government's warmongering and its pursuit of war for tax revenue.

Paine argues that war is a product of old governments and proposes a European Congress to abolish war.

Paine suggests that surrounding France with revolutions will bring peace and safety, and reduce taxes, linking revolution to the cessation of war.