Confederate general (1823–1914) best remembered for submitting to Grant’s famous demand for unconditional surrender at the Battle of Fort Donelson. After the war, Buckner served as Governor of Kentucky, and, in 1896, as the unsuccessful vice-presidential candidate on the “Gold Democrats” ticket. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Buckner as “S. B. Buckner,” payable to A. W—, Foreman for $240.89, December 25, 1898. Matted with a portrait to an overall size of 11 x 14. Vertical folds (one lightly touching one letter of signature), spindle hole, and bank stamp (away from signature), otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
