Swords and Knives

A Look at Swords and Cutting Blades Thru History.....

Sword of Robert The Bruce

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-robert-the-bruce 31st Jul 2021 - This is the Sword of the legendary Scottish King and leader of The Scottish Wars for Independence. A standard 13th Century Longsword, it is plainly un …

Sword of Marshal Arthur Wellesley

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-marshal-arthur-wellesley 31st Jul 2021 - One of the most celebrated English Officers (in it's history), The Duke of Wellington had a legendary and stellar career in both military service and …

Sword of Napoleon Bonaparte

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-napoleon-bonaparte 31st Jul 2021 - Napoleon probably owned and used more swords than any other Officer known. Attempting to identify the "real from the fake" can be a full time job! Man …

The Sword of Maj.- General Charles Gordon

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-maj-general-charles-gordon 31st Jul 2021 - Often known by his nicknames "Chinese Gordon" and "Pasha Gordon", this British Officer of Engineers - was known for his Administrative abilities and c …

Sword of General John Pershing

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-general-john-pershing 31st Jul 2021 - US Army General John J. Pershing had a long and colorful career in his Country's Armed Forces. He graduated from The US Military Academy, at West Poin …

The Sword of Marshal Murat

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-marshal-murat 31st Jul 2021 - As Napoleon's Marshal of Cavalry, (and also Admiral of The French Navy), he was The Emperor's brother-in-law. He was also The King of Naples (1808-181 …

Szabla Saber

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/szabla-saber 31st Jul 2021 - This blade was Poland's attempt at a first true cavalry saber. Up to this point, Polish sabers had NO sharpened blade and only a point (to be used as …

Messer Sword

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/messer-sword 31st Jul 2021 - Popular in the 14th Century (Germany), the Messer was a single-edged bladed weapon. It was the forerunner of the Short Sword. The hilt/hand guard was …

Sword of Tsar Peter I

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/sword-of-tsar-peter-i 31st Jul 2021 - This is the 15th Century blade of the legendary Russian Ruler, Tsar Peter I (aka The Great). This is a ceremonial sword. Designed on the Straight Swor …

Swiss Saber

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/swiss-saber 31st Jul 2021 - Developed by The Swiss around the 16th Century. Unlike the traditional longer versions of cavalry sabers, The Swiss model was comparatively shorter. T …

Swords of King Edward III

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/swords-of-king-edward-iii 31st Jul 2021 - There are two known swords that belonged to Edward III (of England). One extant and the other is currently displayed. The first was his battle sword. …

Sword of Marshal Ney

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-sword-of-marshal-ney 31st Jul 2021 - Michel Ney was one of "The 18 Marshals" created by Emperor Napoleon I of France for his Grande Armee. Napoleon's plans for domination centered around …