answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

It's called 'Mameluke' sword. This isn't fake cause I got it out of my history book and I just wanted to spread the knowledge.:-)

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What is the sword called that marine officers carry?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What marine ranks have a sword as part of their dress blues?

I thought they ALL did.....please correct me if I'm wrong. ^^^^^ you are wrong. only officers and NCO's have swords. junior marines (E-3 and below) are not authorized to carry a sword as a part of their uniform.


What is a cavalry sword called?

Cavalry sword is also known as sabre or saber. This had three versions : - troopers, officers, household cavalry sword. This sword was carried by british officers as a part of their uniform.


What weopones Did Spartans carry?

A 9 foot long spear called the Dori and a short sword called the Xiphos.


What is the Oldest weapon used by the marine corps?

The Mameluke sword, which was originally given to Lieutenant Presley O'Bannon in 1805 by a Mameluke chieftain in North Africa. Lt O'Bannon and his Marines marched across 600 miles of North African desert to rid the "shores of Tripoli" of pirates. By 1825, all Marine Corps Officers carried the Mameluke sword.


What award was presented by the ruler of tripoli in marine corp?

the Mamaluke Sword (officer sword)


What is the largest size of knife you can use in the Marines?

According to the Marine Corps Order, the largest size of a knife that Marines can carry is a fixed-blade knife with a blade length of 7 inches. However, there are specific restrictions and regulations on the use and carry of knives, which may vary depending on the specific circumstances and mission requirements. It is important to abide by these regulations and consult with appropriate authorities for precise guidance.


Who is a person that carries a sword?

knight samurai a marine


Which kind of sword is used for a officer's sword?

The Saber sword is used only by army officer, because it is one edged with curved blade and a hand guard. The Marines use the Marine Officer Sword, so called because despite it's curved blade it has no hand guard.


Did Hernan Cortes carry a sword?

No


What weapon does a mouseketeer carry?

a sword


Is it legal to carry a sword in Italy?

No


Why are the Marines the only ones that carry a sword?

The Marine Corps is the only branch of the United States military that currently authorizes the wear of a sword, known as the Mameluke sword. This tradition dates back to the early 19th century when Marines fought against Barbary pirates. The sword symbolizes their rich history and traditions and is mainly used for ceremonial purposes.