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West Point Sword of Four Star Army General
Estimate:
$400 - $800
Starting Bid:
$200
Sold
$325
Live Auction
February Exceptional Estates Auction
Category
Description
United States Military Academy (West Point) sword belonging to 1927 graduate, Guy Stanley Meloy Jr. During WWII, Meloy was chief of staff of the 103rd Infantry Div. He also served in the Korean War, where he was seriously wounded in combat, receiving the Distinguished Service Cross. In 1961 he received his fourth star, and during the Cold War, he commanded all U.S. forces in Korea. Sword in scabbard measures 36-1/2" long. This item can be shipped in-house.
Condition
See images. Plating worn off scabbard, some finish loss and oxidation on blade.