1860 - A rare 1st Prince of Wales Rifles (Montreal) Bandsman's Sword Circa 1860 (Fenian Raids) attributed to Private Arthur McCleane (McCLeave)

Object/Artifact

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Musée Canadian Grenadier Guards Museum

Name/Title

1860 - A rare 1st Prince of Wales Rifles (Montreal) Bandsman's Sword Circa 1860 (Fenian Raids) attributed to Private Arthur McCleane (McCLeave)

Description

For Museum records only - Part of the Lieutenant Michael A. Hayes-Rivet (MHR) Trust Collection *** FOR ARCHIVE PURPOSES ONLY - ARTIFACT NOT PART OF MUSEUM COLLECTION *** 1860 - A rare 1st Prince of Wales Rifles (Montreal) Bandsman's sword (Drummer) with solid brass hilt, intact and complete leather scabbard, and engraved "P.O.W. Rifles" circa 1860's. Attributed to Private Arthur McLeane (McCleave).

Created By

Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.

Create Date

January 8, 2022

Updated By

Lieutenant Michael Hayes-Rivet, retired.

Update Date

June 4, 2025