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Officers Sword, Lieutenant Frederick Roberts, 1856 circa (metal)
5920499 OfficerAs Sword, Lieutenant Frederick Roberts, 1856 circa (metal) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: OfficerAs sword used by Lieutenant (later Field Marshal) Frederick Roberts during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859).
The Other RanksA sword had a much more substantial hilt than the 1821 OfficerAs Pattern, and a leather grip which was preferred to fishskin. Roberts went further and instructed Garden, its maker, to provide a cutting blade rather than the compromise cut and thrust blade of the standard pattern.
Roberts, then a lieutenant in the Bengal Horse Artillery, used this sword during the second capture of Cawnpore, the city of his birth, on 6 December 1857. He had already taken part in the storming of Delhi, the actions at Bulandshahr, Aligarh and Agra before serving under Sir Colin Campbell at Lucknow. After the fall of Cawnpore, Roberts took part in the pursuit of the rebels and won the Victoria Cross at Khudaganj on 2 January 1858 after capturing a standard from two rebels.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23306830
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This print showcases the Officers Sword of Lieutenant Frederick Roberts, dating back to 1856. Crafted with meticulous detail, this metal sword is a testament to the bravery and valor displayed by its owner during the Indian Mutiny of 1857-1859. Lieutenant Frederick Roberts, later known as Field Marshal Roberts, wielded this very sword during significant battles throughout his military career. Notably, he brandished it during the second capture of Cawnpore in December 1857, a city that held great personal significance for him as it was his birthplace. Prior to this triumph, Roberts had already participated in various engagements such as storming Delhi and serving under Sir Colin Campbell at Lucknow. What sets this Officers Sword apart from others is its distinctive features. Unlike the standard pattern swords issued to other ranks, Lieutenant Roberts requested a cutting blade instead of a cut and thrust blade. Additionally, he preferred a leather grip over fishskin for enhanced handling. The historical significance of this artifact cannot be overstated. It symbolizes not only Lieutenant Frederick Roberts' remarkable achievements but also represents the resilience and determination exhibited by British forces during one of India's most tumultuous periods. Now preserved within London's National Army Museum, this exquisite piece serves as an enduring reminder of Lieutenant Frederick Roberts' extraordinary contributions to history and his unwavering commitment to duty on behalf of the British Empire.
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