The American Civil War (1861–1865), also known by several other names, was a civil war between the United States of America (the "Union") and the Southern slave states of the newly formed Confederate States of America under Jefferson Davis. The Union included all of the free states and the five slaveholding border states and was led by Abraham Lincoln and the Republican Party. Republicans opposed the expansion of slavery into territories owned by the United States, and their victory in the presidential election of 1860 resulted in seven Southern states declaring their secession from the Union even before Lincoln took office. The Union rejected secession, regarding it as rebellion. Hostilities began on April 12, 1861
These civil war swords and sabers are made of high quality materials. The blades, scabbards and handles of accurately reflect those used in the American Civil War from 1860-1865. Blades are made of high carbon steel.
Cavalry mounted on horseback yielded the best attack methods. The civil war foot soldier used his trusty sword as the last line of defense. These Civil War era Swords reflect the craftsmanship of sword-makers of that time.
These Civil War Swords are fantastic decorations for display and collection, and are popular with re-enactors. Great USA heritage weapon replicas!