WW1 US AEF Medical Machete With Scabbard 69th New York Infantry Dated 1911

This WW1 US AEF Medical Machete with Scabbard is a field tool issued to the American Expeditionary Forces during the First World War. The machete is marked 1911, indicating its manufacture date prior to the United States’ involvement in the conflict, making it an example of pre-war equipment used by US forces. The handle is constructed from wood, attached with brass rivets, and the blade features standard government markings. The included scabbard is composed of canvas with leather reinforcement and metal tip, designed for durability and ease of carry. This item is attributed to the 69th New York Infantry, a unit with a long and distinguished service history. Medical machetes were commonly employed for clearing paths, cutting brush, and general camp maintenance, as well as tasks specific to medical detachments. Overall length and blade dimensions are consistent with standard-issue medical machetes of the period.