SANDINO REBELLION U.S.M.C. PILOT LT. RAYMOND RUTLEDGE OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD CA. 1920’S.
Guns International #: 100466616 Seller's Inventory #: 25368
Category: Edged Weapons Post 1900 - Military Collectible US
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Seller: David Condon, Inc.
Company: David Condon, Inc.
Member Since: 9/24/08
First Name: Britton
Last Name: Condon
State: Virginia
Zip: 20118
Country: United States
Phone: (540) 687-5642
Fax: (540) 687-5649
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Description:
SANDINO REBELLION U.S.M.C. PILOT LT. RAYMOND RUTLEDGE OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD CA. 1920’S. 36” o/a with 29” blade etched with martial and floral motifs. Maker’s name etched on ricasso “J.A. Freok Horr/Phila. Pa.”. Killed when his plane crashed August 24, 1932 while flying a rescue mission to save Marine flyers downed in the Nicaraguan jungle. After flying numerous sorties to drop supplies to the stranded Marines his plane for reasons unknown. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his actions. This wonderful sword is of extra quality and is in excellent condition. Has it’s original case and portapee. The nickel scabbard is engraved with his initials in a script monogram and the blade etched “RAYMOND P. RUTLEDGE” and “UNITED STATES MARINES. 100% original and in excellent condition overall with the exception of the case and portapee which are worn and slightly tattered. Exceptional and scarce Banana Wars Marine Pilot’s Sword.
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