Original U.S. American Revolutionary War - War of 1812 Era Sergeant's Spontoon - 87" Overall French Machine Guns this is a fascinating piece

this is a fascinating piece of Mormon Civil War era memorabilia

The brass three bar guard is engraved (M) BEDFORD / 4

where the celluloid has cracked off

The shirt is size medium and in very good condition

Original U.S. American Revolutionary War - War of 1812 Era Sergeant's Spontoon - 87" Overall French Machine Guns this is a fascinating pieceOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely and rare American Revolutionary War or War of 1812 Era Sergeant's spontoon, which we assume was used on the Colonial Side, as it is devoid of any of the usual markings that a British issued spontoon would have. While sometimes effective at removing an opposing soldier from his horse, the spontoon pole arm was not so much a weapon as it was a sign of rank used by Sergeants and other N. C. O. s. This