Original Zulu War Victorian Era Selepe Battle Axe Sharps Rifle our National anthem

our National anthem

The other Heavy Bomber unit (the 43rd) flew B-17s

each has a bayonet frog complete with buckle for the attachment of the bayonet scabbard at the right hip

The Hammer is the correct Model 1863/1864 type

The aircraft was also flown by Hans-Joachim Marseille

Original Zulu War Victorian Era Selepe Battle Axe Sharps Rifle our National anthemOriginal Item: Only One Available. Almost certainly a British Soldier's "bring back" this is a totally original to the period ZULU war axe traditionally referred to as a "selepe" carried in the left hand behind the cowhide shield, the short stabbing iklwa spear was carried in the right hand. The cutting blade measures 6. 2 inches, mounted on a wooden shaft of 26. 5 inches in overall length. Unique in style this Zulu battle axe has checkered type