and when swung over the left shoulder
Grave Reference: Panel 18-24-26-30 and is commemorated on page 125 of the First World War Book of Remembrance
indicating the rank of Captain
measuring 211 mm x 149 mm
his luck eventually ran out
United Kingdom. A Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, 3Rd Type, C. 1943 GTRexclude and when swung over theGreat Britain Exported to North America. Steel blade, magnetic, measuring 175 mm in length, with very sharp edges and a very sharp tip, exhibiting scattered surface wear and minor scratches from regular usage. Solid metal crossguard, with ribbed grip on the bronze handle, mould marked "4" on the handle near the domed "skull cracker" pommel, measuring 297 mm in length overall, very fine. Accompanied by its supple leather scabbard, with a blackened