The Age of Enlightenment significantly influenced political revolutions, especially in Europe and America. Enlightenment thinkers, such as John Locke, Voltaire, and Montesquieu, challenged traditional authority and advocated for principles like individual liberty, equality, and governance based on reason rather than divine right. Their ideas inspired revolutionary movements, such as the American Revolution (1775-1783) and the French Revolution (1789-1799), promoting democratic ideals and human rights. These revolutions not only reshaped political structures but also introduced concepts like social contracts and the separation of powers, laying the groundwork for modern democratic societies.