Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb St. Louis with Canvas Scabbard - both dated 1918 Helmets - WWI French Republique Francais

- WWI French Republique Francais Grande Guerre 1914-1918 Victory Medal with Ribbon

This grouping came directly from her

depending on the source

The modification involved two steps: the loop end of the key was machined a little thinner on one side

It was at this time that the division first received its shoulder sleeve insignia

Original U.S. WWI Model 1917 Bolo Knife by Plumb St. Louis with Canvas Scabbard - both dated 1918 Helmets - WWI French Republique FrancaisOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice Model 1917 C. T. Bolo knife, manufactured by Fayette R. Plumb Inc, whose main factory was in the Bridesburg region of Philadelphia, PA. They had another factory, just constructed, in St. Louis as well, and 1917 bolos were produced at both. This model was a moderate simplification of the earlier 1910 Bolo made by Springfield Armory. The main difference is the lack of the catch mechanism on the