Gentleman
Who were the people he was addressing?
Officers of George Washington.
When did the Newburgh Address occur?
March 15, 1783
Head Quarters Newburgh
Where was the Newburgh Address delivered?
What did Washington want the gentleman to do?
Washington wanted them to be calm and trust congress.
Why did Washington address them?
The officers wanted to discuss if they should mutiny and Washington was calming them down.
What could the anonymous petitioner say he could do?
Runaway to the "unsettled country" and let the country fight for itself.
Why were the gentleman upset?
They were upset because congress wasn't paying their back pay and pensions.
Three reasons Washington proves he cares.
What is...
1.) He is a faithful friend who never left them
2.) He suffered beside them
3.) Tied his reputation to the army.
Vicissitude.
What is a change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant?