Thomas Paine blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Thomas Paine political writer 1737-1809 He stayed here in the George Hotel from 1762 until 1764 whilst employed as an excise officer. His writing inspired great passions. His grand vision of society advocated a world peace organisation, social security for the poor and elderly and freedom from slavery. Recorded plaque organisation: Grantham Civic Society.

Thomas Paine was a influential political writer and philosopher whose works, including "Common Sense" and "The Rights of Man," were instrumental in inspiring American independence and advocating for democratic reforms in Europe. His ideas on social welfare and human rights significantly shaped modern political thought.