ACT I.
(Grant at desk, writing and looking over maps. Men at wall looking over maps. Officer speaks to General Grant.)
Officer: Two soldiers from General Buckner await outside, General Grant.
Grant: Show them in.
(Enter soldiers with Union man. Soldier salutes).
Soldier: General Grant, General Buckner wishes to know on what terms you will consider the surrender of Fort Donelson.
Grant: No terms except an unconditional and immediate surrender can be accepted. I propose to move immediately upon your works.
Soldier: Your answer will be given to General Buckner. Good bye, General Grant. (Salute).
Grant: (Salute). Goodbye.