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The British Pattern 1796 Heavy Dragoon Carbine
The British Pattern 1796 Heavy Dragoon Carbine
Though unquestionably formidable, the British Pattern 1796 Heavy Dragoon Carbine was one of the most subtly elegant and innovative cavalry arms of its day.
(Photography by Jill Marlow) May 07, 2021 By Garry James
At the time of the Napoleonic Wars, Britain, like most European countries, categorized its cavalry units as either light, medium or heavy. How they were employed, as well as the weaponry with which they were issued, could differ considerably.
Light cavalry, which included such units as hussars, light dragoons and lancers ideally were employed for scouting, vedette duties and pursuing a fleeing enemy.
The Enigmatic Devisme Revolver
The Enigmatic Devisme Revolver
Cleverly designed and possessing style to spare, this French Devisme percussion revolver is one of the most unusual revolvers of the 19th century.
(Photography by Jill Marlow and Phil Schreier) March 11, 2021 By Garry James
Sometime in 1863, the commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, General Robert E. Lee, was presented a magnificent sword from an anonymous donor. This ivory-gripped masterpiece had an etched blade and elaborate gold-plated hilt crafted by one of Europe’s premier makers of fine firearms and blades: Parisian Louis-François Devisme. Used by its owner only for special occasions, the sword was eventually proffered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant by Lee during the surrender of his forces at Appomattox, Virginia, on April 9, 1865. Grant generously allowed the fine piece to be retained by its owner.