| Accession Number | RELAWM12932 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Edged weapon or club |
| Place made | France |
| Date made | 1882 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
French Model 1854 Heavy Cavalry Dragoon Sword and Scabbard
Description
French Heavy Cavalry Dragoon sword and scabbard. The hilt has a three bar brass guard stamped 1456 and a plain brass pommel. The grip is missing the leather cover and the brass binding wire. The straight blade has a double fuller on each side for the complete length to the spear point. The back edge has a worn French inscription that includes the words Chatellerault Dragon Mle 1854 and 1882. The steel scabbard is dented and bent near the chape and has a single loose hanger ring on a band 80 mm from the throat which is stamped 1456.
History / Summary
This type of sword was issued to the French cavalry during the First World War.