Original British WWII Massive 36mm Cannon Shell Desk Lighter - Dated 1936 British Lancer muster records and all other

muster records and all other sources we've found match to this soldier and this provenance perfectly (other than Whittelsey's last name sometimes appearing as Whitelsey)

Lewis guns were also carried as defensive guns on British airships

It was delivered to the Arsenal at ERFURT which is stamped on the other side of the blade under a crown marking

This sword

these Madsen/MG 42 tripods must have been a true blessing

Original British WWII Massive 36mm Cannon Shell Desk Lighter - Dated 1936 British Lancer muster records and all otherOriginal Item: one of a kind. British WW2 massive 36mm inert Cannon Shell Table Lighter. Complete with Military Markings and "36" for 1936. Standing almost 10" tall. Most impressive. measures 10" x 3. 5 x 3.