Civil War Sword

Object/Artifact

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Hancock Historical Museum

The image showcases a Civil War-era sword attributed to William Mungen, a colonel of the 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The sword is encased in a weathered scabbard, exhibiting signs of age and historical usage, with a distinguishable patina along its length. The hilt features intricate guard designs, with a grip that appears to be wrapped or covered, suggesting practical use during its time. Positioned on a tiled floor, the sword's placement is aligned with a measuring scale to provide context for its size.

The image showcases a Civil War-era sword attributed to William Mungen, a colonel of the 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The sword is encased in a weathered scabbard, exhibiting signs of age and historical usage, with a distinguishable patina along its length. The hilt features intricate guard designs, with a grip that appears to be wrapped or covered, suggesting practical use during its time. Positioned on a tiled floor, the sword's placement is aligned with a measuring scale to provide context for its size.

Name/Title

Civil War Sword

Entry/Object ID

2025.011.1

Description

Sword carried by William Mungen in the Civil war

Use

cavalry saber, likely from the American Civil War era. Sabers of this period, such as the Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber and the Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber, were characterized by their curved blades, designed for slashing from horseback.

Collection

Civil War

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1860

Time Period

19th Century

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Saber

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Sword

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Edged Weapons

Nomenclature Class

Armaments

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

William Mungen

Related Events

Event

Civil War

Exhibition

Civil War

Update Date

March 9, 2026