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Originally Posted by Jim McDougall
I would point out that in North Africa, swords remain very much in use into present times.
There was considerable rebellion and warfare against French dominion in these regions in the 1960's including Kabylia. Perhaps a sword made carrying traditional style would have been quite important to a participating warrior?
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Hi Jim
believe me, I'm really sorry if I play spoilsport
but at more than one title I should like to clarified your ideas
In Algeria, dated 1859, the ban on arms trade was effective,
After the "revolt" of 1871, which actively participated Ifïlissen (Kabyle tribe men blacksmith, and "flissa" manufacturers), they were heavily taxed.
Away from the main lines of communication, their industry collapsed.
The swords could not withstand competition guns and gunsmiths had neither the time nor the opportunity to embrace this new technology.
Also, as former fighter during Algeria war (1960/61) I never saw, even heard that some one has collected a "flissa" from rebels
then, I spent 6 years in Algeria those last years, without saw a single one,
my staff mainly 70% of them was Kabyles, never tell me that, it was remaining "flissa" in their homes
my Tagui guys offered me, some "takoubas épées" ... beautiful for them, but just good for tourists
my position of GM with over than 750 staffs was the best to collect if any available
unfortunatly NOTHING remained on spot, every thing have being transfered since the beginning of the 20th to abroad
I realize that I closed doors, and I don't bring more informations, I apologize
à +
Dom