Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
This saber was introduced to the light cavalry during the Civil War. Light cavalry troops were mostly engaged in scouting, raiding, and skirmishing.
About This Item
- Title: Light cavalry saber, 1859
- Creator: Ames Manufacturing Company
- Creation Date: 1859
- Subject Date: 1859
- Media: Iron, brass, leather, wood
- Local Code: AE37
- Object Type: Physical Object
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Arms & armaments--United States.
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865.
- Sabers.
- Daggers & swords.
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For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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