Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross - No Brooch Antique Percussion Firearms Cavalry Saber from the Civil

Cavalry Saber from the Civil War is marked on the blade ricasso inside an oval:

so it is meant more as a display piece

and was released from active duty at Camp Patrick Henry

with a few small chips and dents

The sleeve on the right side of the interior is missing the tool

Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross - No Brooch Antique Percussion Firearms Cavalry Saber from the CivilOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an extremely scarce Distinguished Service Cross or DSC manufactured in France after the end of the First World War and into the 1920s. The DSC was authorized by Congress on July 9th, 1918, to be awarded for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. These French made examples are highly sought after due to their unique design & scarcity. The medal retains its original