Original U.S. Spanish-American War Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword by M.C. Lilley with German Blade m The black shirt was worn

The black shirt was worn not only by these military Fascists but also by other Fascists and their sympathizers

The stock does have small nicks and dings

The chin strap is present

liberated Paris and Sedan

and BLN = Berlin

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Army Officer's M1860 Dress Parade Sword by M.C. Lilley with German Blade m The black shirt was wornOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the standard U. S. Staff and Field Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, a pattern first used during the Civil War, which was in service until 1902. This example however is a particularly upmarket version, with and etched nickel plated German made blade and many high end gilt brass alloy appointments. Officer's were usually responsible for purchasing their own dress swords, so they varied considerably