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Hartcup, Thomas, fl. 1761-1820 [Sword of Thomas Hartcup]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.012.04 Author/Creator: Hartcup, Thomas, fl. 1761-1820 Place Written: s.l. Type: Object Date: 1780 circa Pagination: 1 sword Height: 83.5 cm, Width: 11 cm Order a Copy

Slightly curved blade, wooden and brass handle with lion's head on hilt. Hartcup was a general in the British army and served during the Revolutionary War. Measurements indicate width at handle.

Hartcup, Thomas, fl. 1761-1820

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