The M1859 Marine NCO sword was first introduced by the sixth Commandant of the Marine Corps , Colonel John Harris , in 1859. The Marine Corps Commandant recognized the important leadership role of the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) and Staff Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) in combat. ...
Mameluke sword presented to 1st Lt. Presley O'Brannon year the crossed riffles were adopted for ranks 1956 three parts of the marine corps emblem Eagle-our nation Globe-worldwide service Anchor-naval traditions colors of the marine corps ...