Perhaps due to the Marines' distinguished record during this campaign, including the capture of the Tripolitan city of Derna after a long and dangerous desert march, Marine Corps Commandant …

The Marine Officer Sword stands as a testament to the legacy and valor of the United States Marine Corps. Meticulously designed and expertly crafted, this sword embodies the core values of honor, …

The Marine Corps is rich in history and tradition, and the Marine officer's Mameluke sword is one of the most historic items of that tradition. Its story goes hand in hand with that of one of the most famous …

One of the Marine Corps’ most a in the fight against Tripoli. According to the legend, years later Lieutenant Colonel Commandant Archibald Henderson chose the Mameluk Henderson’s personal …

Jan 1, 2004 · To the present day, one of the most honored traditions in the U.S. Marine Corps is the presentation of the official Mameluke sword to its officers in honor of those Marines’ heroism on the …

Marlow White's swords and sabers have ceremonial blades. As such, they are built to strict military regulations to be used in drills, ceremonies, and displays. These blades are of the highest quality but …

Oct 18, 2025 · An expert guide for Marine OCS & TBS families. Learn the history of the Mameluke sword and discover meaningful gifts for a new Marine Officer, from sword displays to Ka-Bars.

Because of his - and the other Marines' - bravery, O'Bannon was given a jeweled Mameluke sword by Hamet. The sword was patterned after those worn by the famed Mameluke warriors of Egypt, and the …

On the matter of Marine officer swords, any interpreta- tion that has the Mameluke saber in Marine use before 1826 is not supported by either written, pictorial, or anecdotal sources.

A desert chieftain presented the Mameluke Scimitar to O'Bannon as gratitude and respect for his accomplishment. By 1825 all Marine Officers were required to wear the Mameluke Sword. It has …