Respect by Charles Burt

Limited Edition Giclee on canvas, singed and numbered by the artist.

Comments of the Artist Charles Burt:

When I first started this painting it was going to be a simple study
to work on showing depth with color, but my instructor had other
plans. She wanted to know what I was trying to convey with it and I
said respect for the flag, but she wanted me to put something more and
suggested I put a painting in the stretcher bars. After a lot of
resistance I came up with "The Capture of the Hessians at Trenton",
December 26, 1776 by John Trumbull. In this painting General
Washington has taken off his glove to shake the hand of the
surrendering Colonel, and the artist portrayed it to show both sides
there to witness this act of respect to the enemy. This to me is good
leadership.

This is the Army's definition of Respect

Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Code, we
pledge to “treat others with dignity and respect while expecting
others to do the same.” Respect is what allows us to appreciate the
best in other people. Respect is trusting that all people have done
their jobs and fulfilled their duty. And self-respect is a vital
ingredient with the Army value of respect, which results from knowing
you have put forth your best effort. The Army is one team and each of
us has something to contribute.