Original British Zulu Wars 1879 Selepe Battle Axe Century s name and often

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commanded by Lieutenant General Lewis H

where spending cuts have cut into all walks of life "Tradition" is not quite extinct

[There was] stiff German resistance along the "Berta Line" in the area of Epieds * * *

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Original British Zulu Wars 1879 Selepe Battle Axe Century s name and oftenOriginal Item: Only One Available. Almost certainly a British soldier's "bring back" this is a totally original to the period ZULU war axe traditionally referred to as a "selepe" carried in the left hand behind the cowhide shield, the short stabbing iklwa spear was carried in the right hand. The cutting blade measures 14 inches, mounted on a wooden shaft of 28 inches in overall length. Also features a leather wrap covering on the shaft extending 8