Lot 252
Patton, George S. Jr. During 1912,George Patton Sr. learned he was being considered by the Army to represent the United States as a chalenger in the Modern Pentathlon competition in the Olympics being held in Stockholm, Sweden. He was experienced in all five events - riding, pistol markmanship, swimming, running and swordsmanship. Beginning his training in May, Patton sailed for Europe with his family in June and was the only American to qualify for the event which began on July 7. He finished a respectable fifth, behind four Swedes and subsequently wrote an official report recommending changes in the Army's selection and training for future Olympic events. The check issued to George Patton Jr. and endorsed by him was given to him by his father, just prior to leaving for the competition. The other check issued to Atlantic Transport Line is presumably in payment of the family's passage to the games. An exceptionally interesting Patton item related to an important event in his early life. A very choice pair. (1885-1945) Legendary American general.
A. Document Signed. One page, 7½ x 3", Washington, DC, June 3, 1912. A partially printed bank check from "The Riggs National Bank" a vignette of the bank is pictured at left. The check, which is completed entirely in George Patton senior's hand, is payable to "George S. Patton Jr" in the amount of $500.00, and endorsed by the younger Patton on verso.
B. Patton, George, Sr. Document Signed. 1 page, 7½ x 3", Washington, D.C. May 27, 1912. A partially printed bank check drawn on the same bank as above. The check is completed entirely in Patton Senior's hand and is made payable to "Atlantic Transport Line" in the amount of $550.00, signed "Geo. S. Patton" as maker.
Fine.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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