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  • Francis Brownell

    I am looking for information on the side knife that Francis Brownell is wearing during his infamous picture. Any help as far as what type and or where one could get one would be of great help. thanks
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    Scott Schrimpe
    124 N.Y.S.V.
    "Orange Blossom's"

    Hedgesville Blues
    Va.2E
    "Shocker Mess"

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    Re: Francis Brownell

    That photo was taken after the Brownell hero-worship craze had already set in, and knives were a common token of appreciation. Another studio photo of Brownell taken prior to this one doesn't show the knife in his belt.

    He received one very elaborate dagger from some friends in Boston, which is described as being a lot fancier than the one we see here, which looks like a pretty standard dagger.

    I'm no knife expert, and will probably be corrected by those who are, but I've always referred to this style as a "Liberty Knife."

    For more analysis of Brownell's uniform and equipment, go here: http://www.myrtle-avenue.com/firezou/impression.html
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    Marc A. Hermann
    Liberty Rifles.
    MOLLUS, New York Commandery.
    Oliver Tilden Camp No 26, SUVCW.


    In honor of Sgt. William H. Forrest, Co. K, 114th PA Vol. Infantry. Pvt. Emanuel Hermann, 45th PA Militia. Lt. George W. Hopkins & Capt. William K. Hopkins, Co. E, 7th PA Reserves. Pvt. Joseph A. Weckerly, 72nd PA Vol. Infantry (WIA June 29, 1862, d. March 23, 1866.) Pvt. Thomas Will, 21st PA Vol. Cavalry (WIA June 18, 1864, d. July 31, 1864.)

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      Re: Francis Brownell

      Marc,
      Thanks for the post. I have been there before looking. I am just trying to find someone whio carries a dagger like that. I know most pics were for show with many props. Thanks
      Scott Schrimpe
      124 N.Y.S.V.
      "Orange Blossom's"

      Hedgesville Blues
      Va.2E
      "Shocker Mess"

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        Re: Francis Brownell

        Blockade Runner sells a "Liberty Knife," which I'd purchased for ornamentation in my Fire Zouave impression. Like many edged weapons, there are very few options out there for accurate replicas, so originals/later production of old style knives might be the best bet.
        Attached Files
        Marc A. Hermann
        Liberty Rifles.
        MOLLUS, New York Commandery.
        Oliver Tilden Camp No 26, SUVCW.


        In honor of Sgt. William H. Forrest, Co. K, 114th PA Vol. Infantry. Pvt. Emanuel Hermann, 45th PA Militia. Lt. George W. Hopkins & Capt. William K. Hopkins, Co. E, 7th PA Reserves. Pvt. Joseph A. Weckerly, 72nd PA Vol. Infantry (WIA June 29, 1862, d. March 23, 1866.) Pvt. Thomas Will, 21st PA Vol. Cavalry (WIA June 18, 1864, d. July 31, 1864.)

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