Original U.S. / British Early Revolutionary War era Colonial Blacksmith Marked Hand Forged Camp Axe Head British Artwork & Posters the 101st Division was first

the 101st Division was first constituted as an airborne unit in 1942

without the decorative designs and engraving usually seen on the hilt

It also still has the original rear sight and butt plate

valued for its maneuverability and speed but hampered at the beginning of the war by ineffective torpedoes

with a government inspector SWP 1888 cartouche

Original U.S. / British Early Revolutionary War era Colonial Blacksmith Marked Hand Forged Camp Axe Head British Artwork & Posters the 101st Division was firstOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a remarkable and authentic piece of history a camp axe head that was likely made by a British or American blacksmith during the late 18th or early 19th century. The axe is in heavily pitted and oxidized condition, and has a distinct look that suggests it was ground dug. The blade is designed for cutting and chopping, and was likely used for tasks such as felling small trees, building structures and making