Introduction
I was born in September of 1728 in West Barnstable, Massachusetts. My father, Colonel James Otis, and my mother, Mary Allyne Otis had thirteen children, and I was the third in line. My family most certainly laid the foundation for my revolutionary writings, and I must say, I am eternally grateful for their support.
My father was quite the Patriot. He held many occupations throughout his lifetime, including that of a farmer, attorney, and merchant, as well as that of a very active revolutionary leader. He also lent his wise services as a judge for the Barnstable County Court of Common Pleas, and then went on to be elected into the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the year 1745. I must say that I am very proud of him and everything he did during his time on God's lovely earth.
My mother benefitted unto me quite a remarkable heritage. One of her ancestors, Edward Doty, was a passenger on The Mayflower herself! I do love recalling that tidbit.
Now, I must tell you about my brother, James. He was indeed the one to have uttered "Taxation without representation is tyranny!" and was a lively supporter of our American Revolution, in addition to serving as an excellent attorney. My brother was a very intellectual being, and an avid student of the literatures and history. He attended Harvard College, of which I am informed is still a very prestigious university in your time.
On to my husband, James Warren, of whom I will talk more about later, but still must introduce him here. He was my greatest supporter and quite the political activist himself. We had five handsome sons together. First James, then Winslow, Charles, Henry, and finally George.
My father was quite the Patriot. He held many occupations throughout his lifetime, including that of a farmer, attorney, and merchant, as well as that of a very active revolutionary leader. He also lent his wise services as a judge for the Barnstable County Court of Common Pleas, and then went on to be elected into the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the year 1745. I must say that I am very proud of him and everything he did during his time on God's lovely earth.
My mother benefitted unto me quite a remarkable heritage. One of her ancestors, Edward Doty, was a passenger on The Mayflower herself! I do love recalling that tidbit.
Now, I must tell you about my brother, James. He was indeed the one to have uttered "Taxation without representation is tyranny!" and was a lively supporter of our American Revolution, in addition to serving as an excellent attorney. My brother was a very intellectual being, and an avid student of the literatures and history. He attended Harvard College, of which I am informed is still a very prestigious university in your time.
On to my husband, James Warren, of whom I will talk more about later, but still must introduce him here. He was my greatest supporter and quite the political activist himself. We had five handsome sons together. First James, then Winslow, Charles, Henry, and finally George.