Lot 20 email save

Rev War General HENRY KNOX - Check Signed

Sign In to see what this sold for

Henry Knox (1750-1806) Knox took part in most of the major battles of the Revolutionary War, and became a close friend and advisor to George Washington. After the war, the Congress made Knox Secretary of War. President George Washington asked his friend Knox to remain in this position throughout his presidency. 6" x 2 ¾" check written and signed, "Philadelphia, 18 Nov 1791…Pay to J. Pinkerton…." The cancellation cuts touch the "K," double matted with a steel engraving to 14" x 11".

View The Written Word Autographs next auction.

Similar lots up for auction