Original British Napoleonic Military Drum Corps Short Sword marked 42 Regiment of Foot Cleaned & Complete Antique Guns The fuel ration was always

The fuel ration was always insufficient

It was the source of the famous German MP38 and MP40

Marine during World War Two and brought back the the States as a trophy of war

As issued to commando and SAS units for covert action in WWII and after

Original British Napoleonic Military Drum Corps Short Sword marked 42 Regiment of Foot Cleaned & Complete Antique Guns The fuel ration was alwaysOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a charming sword, though unfortunately this type of weapon was seldom used in combat while on active service. Dating from the Napoleonic era of 1795 to 1815 this was worn by a Drummer Boy who beat the timing for Infantry marching on the battlefield. Of simple construction consisting of a "Gladius" Roman style blade 17" long and 1 3 4" wide mounted with an all brass checkered hilt with integral cross guard.