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Heavy Cavalry Troopers sword, c. 1814 (steel with wooden grip)
1268368 Heavy Cavalry Troopers sword, c.1814 (steel with wooden grip) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1796 Heavy Cavalry Troopers sword. The blade is stamped with the makers name, I Gill. The original hatchet blade made this pattern useless for thrusting, its lack of curvature also made it an inefficient slashing sword, the blade was therefore modified to a spear-point, the grinding down is traditionally thought to have taken place before Battle of Waterloo. Disc guard with the langets removed and the inner edge is ground down to prevent fraying of the wearers uniform. ); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Heavy Cavalry Troopers sword from around 1814. Crafted with steel and featuring a wooden grip, this weapon is an emblem of the British Army's might during the Napoleonic Wars. The blade bears the name of its maker, I Gill, and was originally designed as a hatchet blade. However, due to its inefficiency for thrusting and slashing purposes, it underwent modifications before the Battle of Waterloo. The spear-point shape was achieved by grinding down the original blade. Not only does this sword possess historical significance, but it also boasts unique features that set it apart from other weapons of its time. The disc guard has had its langets removed, while the inner edge has been ground down to prevent fraying of the wearer's uniform. Displayed at London's National Army Museum, this artifact represents both military prowess and innovation in weaponry design. Its presence evokes images of heavy cavalry charging into battle on horseback with these formidable swords in hand. As we admire this image captured by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded not only of the bravery and skill exhibited by troopers who wielded such blades but also their crucial role in shaping significant events like the Battle of Waterloo.
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