Original U.S. Civil War Era Model 1840 Militia NCO Sword and Scabbard by H.V. Allien and Co of New York U.S. Ammo The three main units deployed

The three main units deployed to Vietnam were the ROKMC's Blue Dragon Brigade

two original photos of the serviceman

The blade does show some signs of post-factory sharpening

The bayonet is maker marked to JOHN-GILL on the 16" blade

Original U.S. Civil War Era Model 1840 Militia NCO Sword and Scabbard by H.V. Allien and Co of New York U.S. Ammo The three main units deployedOriginal Item: One of a kind. In the early stages of the civil war, militias fought before standard Armies were formed. This was manufactured for use by Non Commissioned Officers of the state militias, and was often referred to as a Sergeants Sword. As a whole, the sword and scabbard is in quite good condition for being almost two hundred years old. The brass crossguard and pommel with the Knights Head and floral motif show no damage and have been