"Gentlemen, You Will Permit Me to Put On My Spectacles..." Original Painting "These things have I spoken

"These things have I spoken unto you

called a meeting for the officers to address the conflict

And He Said

where the Light of the World is born into the humbleness of a lowly manger

In the soft glow of twilight

"Gentlemen, You Will Permit Me to Put On My Spectacles..." Original Painting "These things have I spokenGeorge Washington is known throughout history as a humble servant of his country and a gifted leader and peacemaker. These attributes of his character were evident in his handling of the controversial Newburgh Conspiracy during the Revolutionary War. A dispute had arisen among the Continental Army soldiers concerning unpaid wages and promised pensions. An anonymous letter surfaced in March 1783 threatening action against Congress to resolve the issue.