Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Company with Scabbard by Jewell dated 1918 British Uniform sent via semaphore flags from

sent via semaphore flags from the HMS Victory: "England expects that every man will do his duty"

this award was created in 1920 by the Czechoslovak government to reward volunteer combatants who fought to protect the frontiers of the new Czech state established at the end of World War I

Fritz Sauckel was accused of conspiracy to commit crimes against peace

the sparcely decorated iron head on this example measures 4" X 2 1/2" with a an almost semicircular cutting edge

There is no maker marked on the blade

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Trench Knife by American Cutlery Company with Scabbard by Jewell dated 1918 British Uniform sent via semaphore flags fromOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition Model 1917 trench knife, with hardwood handle, triangular stiletto blade, and aged replica leather scabbard with standard GI pistol belt hook attachment. The inside of the knuckle guard is is nicely marked: A. C. C. O. U. S. A. 1917 This indicates 1917 manufacture by American Cutlery Corporation, of Chicago Illinois. This company, established in 1865, manufactured a multitude of edged