248 Years Ago Today
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About 20 years ago I read David Hackett Fischer's book on Washington's Crossing. Memories have faded in my dotage, but I do remember what a remarkable story it told. If you have interest in Revolutionary War history, check it out.
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I see that painting at the met every time I manage to get there, (make it a point to always try to get to the met when I’m in NY,)
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There is a legend that General George Washington found inspiration from the Hanukkah story during the long cold winter at Valley Forge. According to this tale, Washington saw a soldier lighting the candles. He asked about the candles and the soldier explained the story of Hanukkah, the victory of the few in defense of their freedom against the tyranny of a powerful oppressor. The soldier expressed confidence in the ultimate victory of the Americans. Washington was encouraged by this story of Hanukkah as he continued his leadership of the American forces.
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There is a legend that General George Washington found inspiration from the Hanukkah story during the long cold winter at Valley Forge. According to this tale, Washington saw a soldier lighting the candles. He asked about the candles and the soldier explained the story of Hanukkah, the victory of the few in defense of their freedom against the tyranny of a powerful oppressor. The soldier expressed confidence in the ultimate victory of the Americans. Washington was encouraged by this story of Hanukkah as he continued his leadership of the American forces.
@bachophile said in 248 Years Ago Today:
There is a legend that General George Washington found inspiration from the Hanukkah story during the long cold winter at Valley Forge...
https://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/virtualtalmud/2007/12/the-truth-about-george-washing.html
