What was the enlightenment

The Enlightenment was a philosophical movement that took place primarily in Europe and, later, in North America, during the late 17th and early 18th century.

Explanation:

European politics, philosophy, science and communications were radically reoriented during the course of the Age of reason.  As part of a movement referred to by its participants as The Enlightenment.

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