Weapon - Sword

Historical information

Swords were issued to Australian Light Horse in 1918. They were part of the equipment of Light Horse ln period 1920 -1940. Carried by 8/13 VMR Heritage Troop during 1980s.

Significance

Display potential and occasional ceremonial use.

Physical description

British Model 1908 cavalry sword steel blade 890mm long, composition handle with steel hand-guard painted khaki green. Steel scabbard with 2 fixed rings painted khaki green.

Inscriptions & markings

On handguard 2 RMA MBY 340

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