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__ “The Father of the American Revolution” __ By: Alexis Marinich Samuel Adams was born in September 27, 1722 in Boston Massachusetts. He was a very, strong Christian. He was often described as; conscientious, a noble genius within, great sincerity, patriotic ardor, full of hope, and eager for action. He had six kids, 4 boys and 2 girls, but only Samuel and Samantha were the only two to survive in the end. When Samuel Adams’ business failed, he decided to enter politics, full-time. In May 1764, he drafted the instructions given by the town of Boston to its newly chosen representatives in regard to the newly enacted Sugar Act. These instructions were the first public protest in America against the right of Parliament to tax the colonies. The instructions were widely distributed and made Samuel Adams’ name known throughout the colonies. He was also a man known for his Patriotism. How he very, strongly supported the Americans, or also known as the Patriots. He has many nicknames for himself, many people know him mostly as, “The Father of the American Revolution.” He was given this name because of his early stand against the tyranny of Great Britain and his speeches that drew many American colonists into fight for freedom. In his old age he suffered from symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. He retired in 1798 at the age of 76 then shortly died in October 2, 1803 at the age of 81. His grave is located at Granary Burying Ground, Boston Massachusetts. Later on a beer, “Samuel Adams: American’s World Class Beer” is named after him due to his early occupation as a brewer.