Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker Republic of ) Naming is officially engraved

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The King's (Shropshire Light Infantry) in South Africa

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Canada, Commonwealth. A Pair of Blades to Maj. R W Parker Republic of ) Naming is officially engravedElizabeth II 1897 Pattern Infantry Officers Sword; Wilkinson sword measuring 100 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard, decorated basket hilt with Queen Elizabeth II cipher, twisted grip wire bindings with a gilded sword knot, inscribed initials RWP on scabbard and hilt, serial number 74120 on the spine. Housed in a silver scabbard, evidence of some scratches, very fine condition. Dagger Awarded to Major R. W. Parker By Finnish MPS, 1974;