A navy and gold portrait of George Washington in his Continental Army uniform, with his words from the First Annual Address: "A free people ought not only to be armed, but disciplined." It reads like a painted portrait, not a slogan.
This George Washington wall art suits a home office, den, study, or history classroom, and it is a gift for dads, grandfathers, veterans, and anyone who reads history.
“A free people ought not only to be armed, but disciplined.”
George Washington, First Annual Address to Congress, January 8, 1790.
Details
- Handmade in the United States of America
- Two sizes: 8x10 and 11x14
- 8x10 on Fuji Crystal Archive luster photo paper; 11x14 on 100pt matte cardstock
- Unframed, or a modern engineered wood frame in black, white, natural, or brown
- Portrait orientation; framed arrives ready to hang, unframed ready to frame
- Ships flat and protected
Frequently asked questions
Who said "A free people ought not only to be armed, but disciplined"?
George Washington, in his First Annual Address to Congress on January 8, 1790.
What does the quote mean?
That freedom depends on more than having arms; citizens also need training, order, and self-discipline to keep it.
Is it a good gift for a history lover?
Yes. It pairs a recognizable portrait with a sourced quote, which history fans appreciate.
What was the First Annual Address?
The first annual message to Congress, now called the State of the Union, delivered by President Washington on January 8, 1790.
Where should I hang it?
A home office, den, study, library, or history classroom.
