France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An 1801 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Hold This tab was worn by

This tab was worn by the Italian-SS Brigade (after June 15

featuring the central inscription AL MERITO CIVIL (To Civil Merit)

A Medal Bar and Red Cross Award Attributed to Karl Fiehler

in its cardboard box of issue and and shipping container)

it was noted that his elbow was fixed at a 90 degree angle

France, Napoleonic Kingdom. An 1801 Cuirassier 'Heavy Cavalry' Sword Hold This tab was worn byIssued primarily to French heavy cavalry under Napoleon Bonaparte, was a defining battlefield weapon of the early 19th century. Featuring a long straight blade measuring 97 cm length blade, marked on blade with inspectors stamps, stylized brass guard and hilt, with wooden handle with brass wire grip, accompanied by original scabbard which exhibits surface rust, very fine overall. Used by cuirassiers, the elite armoured cavalry of the Grande Arme, it