Original Napoleonic British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Dragoon Saber - German-Made Blüchersäbel Military Equipment This holster is embossed "US"

This holster is embossed "US" on flap

On 11 December 1944

showing a gorgeous patina of age

"Since the heavy wool feldgrau uniform proved to be oppressively hot in summer weather

The framed poster measures approximately 28" x 2" x 42 1/4"

Original Napoleonic British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Dragoon Saber - German-Made Blüchersäbel Military Equipment This holster is embossed "US"Original Item: Only One Available. Classic example of the British Pattern 1796 Light Infantry Saber offered in uncleaned, semi relic condition. This historic pattern of saber is quite remarkable! Napoleon Bonaparte himself complained about the design, opining that the "hatchet point", the broadening of the blade at the very front end, constituted an "inhumane" weapon because of the horrendous wounds it inflicted. We should point out that the