Maine-born Union major general (1828–1914) who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his defense of Little Round Top at Gettysburg. He later served as Governor of Maine and president of Bowdoin College. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Chamberlain, payable to H. L. Chapman for $25.00, November 3, 1882. Accompanied by two later printings of two books on Chamberlain, Soul of the Lion, and The Passing of the Armies. Vertical fold through first letter of signature, cancellation hole to middle, and some scattered light discoloration, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
