Warrior Swords

  Unveiling the Legacy: Confederate Cavalry Officer’s Saber Introduction: A Clash of Sabers There was more to the American Civil War (1861–1865) than just gunfights and rifle fighting. The Confederate cavalry officers performed a vital role in the army and carried the  saber , a symbol of authority. This elegant yet deadly weapon embodied the spirit of the Confederacy and remains a sought-after collector’s item today. Confederate Cavalry Saber: Design and Variations There wasn't a single standard saber design for cavalry officers since the Confederacy had limited resources during the war. They frequently made use of a range of sabers, including M1860 Light Cavalry Saber (US captured):  The M1860 Light Cavalry Saber, which Union forces took, came to represent the pandemonium of the Civil War. Chance on the battlefield turned the US cavalry's creation against them. Once familiar, its curved blade and brass hilt served as a constant reminder of the brutality of the fighting....