James Otiss Speech On The Writs Of Assistance, 1906 (1906)

by James Otiss

Book Overview

""James Otis's Speech on the Writs of Assistance, 1906"" is a historical book written by James Otis. The book was published in 1906 and is a transcription of Otis's famous speech given in 1761. The speech was delivered in opposition to British officials' use of writs of assistance, which allowed them to search colonists' homes and businesses without a warrant. Otis's speech is considered a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the American Revolution...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166556867
• ISBN13: 9781166556860
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"