Name/Title
Arthur D. Murray’s SwordEntry/Object ID
2024.1005.1Description
Sword bought by Murray in 1918 in Annapolis, MD. Steel blade, brass hilt, shagreen handle, bullion tassel. Scabbard for Murray’s sword has initials "ADM" on top and fish details on bottom.Context
Battleship Texas arrived in Scapa Flow on February 11, 1918, where she joined the British Grand Fleet. She patrolled the North Sea throughout 1918, escorted the German High Seas Fleet to surrender on November 21, and departed the Grand Fleet on December 1, 1918.
Arthur D. Murray was an ensign onboard Battleship Texas beginning on July 5, 1918. He was promoted to Lieutenant (jg) in November, and transferred to Cardiff, Wales on November 21, 1918.
Naval officer’s swords were worn at official ceremonies and events, and were made to the height of the specific sailor, so late length varied.Collection
Historical CollectionsLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
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Scabbard, SwordNomenclature Secondary Object Term
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ArmamentsNomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
