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'From the Field of Waterloo?'

British 1796 Heavy Cavalry Officers Sword by Richard Dellar

British 1796 Light Cavalry Sword part 1 by Richard Dellar

British 1796 Light Cavalry Sword part 2 by Richard Dellar

French M1896 Officers Sword

French Naval Pattern Sword 1837 - 1. Overview

French Naval Pattern Sword 1837 - 2. Historic

French Naval Pattern Sword 1837 - 3. An Example

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British 1796 Light Cavalry Sword part 1 by Richard Dellar
The first part of this comprehensive two part article charts the design and development of the 1796 LC sabre. This is possibly the most famous British cavalry sword and this article provides a valuable insight into its history and development.