![]() Here it will be an iconic artifact that links the Naval Academy and the Naval War College through the key figures that taught and studied at the Naval Academy during the Civil War and later went on to become the early leaders of the Naval War College. Upon completion, the sword will become a permanent part of the new “Naval Academy in Newport, 1861-1865” display in the Naval War College Museum. Luce. A local sword conservator will conserve the sword, using funds provided by the Naval War College Foundation. Less than a year later in September 1862, Mahan was assigned to the Naval Academy staff at Newport, Rhode Island, where he served in the Seamanship Department under Lieutenant Commander Stephen B. Immediately after his promotion he reported to USS Pocahontas for combat duty with the South Atlantic Blockading Squadron. The sword's scabbard is engraved with Mahan's name and the date of his promotion to Lieutenant, 31 August 1861. This beautifully executed presentation grade sword has a metal grip, most likely pewter, simulating sharkskin and is wrapped with heavy gage triple gilt wire. ![]() of Chicoppe Massachusetts, has a blade decorated with etchings of American naval motifs. Civil War Pattern 1852 Naval Officers’ Sword and Scabbard by W. naval officer’s sword, manufactured by the Ames Manufacturing Co. Location: Headquarters Artifact Collection, Naval History and Heritage Command.
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