Knife
Object number2017.63.4 a,b
Date1941-1945
MediumMetal; Leather
Credit LineIn memory of Charles Bellas
DescriptionKnife with leather sheath.DimensionsLength x Width x Depth (a): 10.375 × 2.375 × 0.75 in. (26.4 × 6 × 1.9 cm)Length x Width x Depth (b): 11 × 2 × 1.625 in. (27.9 × 5.1 × 4.1 cm)
Historical NotesFighting knife designed to be used in hand-to-hand combat belonging to Charles Bellas. During World War II, Charles Bellas served as a chief mechanic with the 2nd Marine Air Wing in the Pacific, including in the Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal, and Bougainville.
Previous owner
Charles F. Bellas
Related institution
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
Related institution
United States Marine Corps
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1945
1790-1810
1745
American Safety Table Company
1926-1937