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Controversial and colorful American politician and military officer (1819–1914). After discovering his wife was having an affair, Sickles shot the man, the son of Francis Scott Key, and secured an acquittal with the a temporary insanity defense. During the Civil War, Sickles served as a general and lost his leg at the Battle of Gettysburg. Bank check, 8.25 x 2.5, filled out and signed 'D. Sickles,' payable to Mutual Reserve Fund Life Association for $195.00, June 27, 1885. In fine condition, with light soiling, and usual bank cut and punch cancellations (away from signature). RRAuction COA.
