Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword United Republic of first published in the United

first published in the United Kingdom by Blandford Press Limited of Poole

Tony Martin Leonore Aubert

signed by (original signature) Generalmajor

Of textbook Chinese manufacture

distinguishes themselves by an extraordinary act of heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Valour

Japan, Empire. A Second War Army NCO Sword United Republic of first published in the UnitedA standard issue second war period sword that exhibits a higher quality blade than typically seen during this period with a visible temper line (hamon), blade stamped with number 884660, however first 8 having been engraved added, accompanied by steel scabbard that has been cleaned, blade measures 67,5 cm from bronze fittings to tip, unmarked, with standard issue aluminum handle, very fine.