Original Indian Late 18th Century Wootz Steel Armor Piercing Katar Dagger - circa 1750-1850 19th Century Eleven Victoria Crosses were awarded

Eleven Victoria Crosses were awarded to the defenders

the reporters published their findings in a series of articles in The Toledo Blade

Approximate size- 15" X 10" X 30" tin chest with removable section containing two removable round 6”x 7” high enameled lidded containers and a 6” x 8” hot plate

the Regiment was first posted to India

The lock plate is full marked with Crown over "G

Original Indian Late 18th Century Wootz Steel Armor Piercing Katar Dagger - circa 1750-1850 19th Century Eleven Victoria Crosses were awardedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is really quite something. Dating to the late 18th early 19th century, this is a traditional Indian Thrusting dagger known as a KATAR. An odd looking weapon, however very effective against Chain Mail and even much plate armor found in India. It has a double sided 9 1 4 " blade made of WOOTZ Steel: an early form of Damascus steel. The tip of the blade is hugely thickened to give it the strength to penetrate the