"Gentlemen, You Will Permit Me to Put On My Spectacles..." Original Painting It's a serene reminder of

It's a serene reminder of the gentle

to the new life it brings

you will permit me to put on my spectacles

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

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

"Gentlemen, You Will Permit Me to Put On My Spectacles..." Original Painting It's a serene reminder ofGeorge 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.