Historic American Swords

Historic American Swords - by Howard R. Crouch

This invaluable new reference work includes:
 
  • All of the basic sword in American military history
  • Swords of men and officers - 1607 through the 1960s
  • Military Regulation and Militia swords
  • Swords of the Army, Navy and Marine Corps
  • Swords of the Confederacy, 1861-1865
  • Fraternal and military society swords
     

    From the highest quality presentation swords to blacksmith-made weapons -- all are shown in high quality, stunning photos. Detail views of maker's markings, proof marks, and blade engravings are shown on many. Pictured also are sword belts, plates and other accoutrements of the sword. Plus:

     
  • A history of the sword
  • Sword types and terminology
  • The role of the US Ordnance Department
  • Makers - US, foreign and Confederate
  • A nomenclature of the sword
  • Detail of design, production and use
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    174 pages, Many Photos. Hardbound, Full Color Cover, ISBN 0-9613581-6-5


    $39.95