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October 23, 2008
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Washington's Farewell Address, 1796
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CPIMAGE:1982
A view of the central scene with the flanking vignettes is also available.

Allyn Cox
Oil on Canvas
1973-1974

In his farewell address at the end of his second term as president, George Washington urged America, "Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all." He is depicted here at his desk with Alexander Hamilton, who helped him write the address.


 

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