{"product_id":"issued-usmc-ceremonial-sabre-w-sheath","title":"Issued USMC Ceremonial Mameluke Sword w\/Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eAccording to the USMC, the history of the Mameluke doesn't just draw its meaning to Marine history; it goes all the way back to the very first battle in which the American flag was hoisted over foreign soil. By purchasing one of these, you're not only fast-tracking an assault charge; you're acquiring one of the most hallowed artifacts of Marine history.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic USGI surplus \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeremonial, NO EDGE \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes original scabbard \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1805, ongoing conflict with Barbary pirates in North Africa led to repeated capture of US merchant ships and their crews. A daring raid comprised of various Arab allies and no more than a handful of Marines left Alexandria, Egypt, for the city of Derna. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLed by a Marine officer, the group would ultimately succeed in capturing the fortified city. A local Ottoman leader gifted the officer a scimitar-style sword, a \"mameluke.\" In 1825, the USMC would officially adopt a similar sword in a curved style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the sword is used for formal events, birthdays, and even inspections. Americana Pipedream is proud to offer this legendary symbol of the Corps' history for retail purchase. Bring it to the beach, Waffle House, or your high school graduation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Americana Pipedream Apparel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67096864686321,"sku":"67096864686321","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7043\/8085\/files\/USMCSwordSheethed.jpg?v=1790596292","url":"https:\/\/www.americanapipedream.com\/products\/issued-usmc-ceremonial-sabre-w-sheath","provider":"Americana Pipedream Apparel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}