HEMBRUG KLEWANG (HUMBREG)
I need some help here people. I know very little concerning swords so I'm hoping someone answer a few questions for me. My father served with the Dutch Army in Indonesia from 1946-1949 and came back with 3 kris daggers and what I believe is a Hembrug Klewang (sword) total length 73.70 cm. The blade clearly shows the word: HEMBRUG, which I realize is from Hembrug Holland. Near the hilt (handle) is the following P.A.K. 380. Can anyone shed any light on this inscription? Sorry I don't have a picture but I do know the Dutch used these swords in Indonesia and when the colonial army KNIL fought against the local population, especially the Aceh War of 1873-1904
Would appreciate any help and many thanks.
Last edited by Mark; 25th October 2007 at 10:19 PM.
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