CONFEDERATE (SHELBY) CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD 06-804
General "Jo" Shelby is the famous Confederate Cavalry Commander who never surrendered! This is a high quality and faithful reproduction of the officer's staff sword that he carried, and kept with him after the Civil War ended. Features 33" carbon steel blade engraved with "CSA" . Metal scabbard has black finish and brass furniture, brass handguard is engraved and initialed "CS", leather handle is wrapped with twisted brass wire. Blade is etched with scrollwork and the letters CSA in 2 places. This sword is a must have for Civil War/Confederate States collectors!
Produced similar to the original, the sword have the appearance of a time-worn antique and are difficult to distinguish from the expensive genuine articles. This replica is of display quality, and measures 40-1/2 inches overall. The sword has a 36 inch carbon steel blade, rat-tail tang, and can be sharpened to meet your personal preference and use.
This Civil War Shelby Cavalry Officer's Sword is a perfect prop for re-enactment, theater and film, and costume events. A symbol representing a difficult time in our nations's past, this patriotic sword replica is ready to be proudly displayed in your home, office, or offer service in the field of reenactment battle.
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The Officer's Sword:
"Born in Lexington Kentucky, but drawn by the promise of the growing West, Shelby became one of the richest men in Missouri. Siding with the Confederacy at the out break of the Civil War, he organized his Iron Brigade of cavalry - whose ranks included Frank and Jesse James - taught his men a slashing frontier style of fighting and led them on incredible raids against the Federal forces in Missouri. When the confederacy fell, Shelby refused to surrender and instead took his command to Mexico where they fought in support of the emperor Maximilian. Upon his return to Missouri Shelby became an immensely popular figure in the state, eventually attaining the status of folk hero, a living symbol of the Civil War in the West." * |
