US M1913 Cavalry Saber

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	Weapon: US M1913 Cavalry Saber Type: Cavalry Saber Country of Origin: United States Year Adopted: 1913 Overall Length (mm): 1100.0 Overall Length (in): 43.31 Weight (kg): 1.10 Weight (pounds): 2.43

The US M1913 Cavalry Saber, also known as the "Patton Saber," was designed by then-Lieutenant George S. Patton in 1913. Unlike earlier curved sabers, the M1913 had a straight blade optimized for thrusting rather than slashing. This design reflected Patton's belief that cavalry charges should rely on speed and precision to deliver devastating strikes.

The M1913 was adopted shortly before World War I, but its use in combat was limited due to the shift towards mechanized warfare. However, it remained in service for ceremonial purposes and was used in training cavalry officers. Patton's design was forward-thinking but ultimately arrived at a time when the traditional cavalry charge was becoming obsolete.

Though it saw little combat use, the M1913 Cavalry Saber is significant for its association with General Patton, who would later become one of the most famous American generals of World War II. It also represents the last standard-issue cavalry sword for the U.S. military.

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