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

"These things have I spoken unto you

as He heals a blind man—a gesture that resonates with hope and the restoration of sight

eternal joy

And He Said

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.