Great War Royal Artillery Officer's Sword with "Initials"

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Very nice an complete sword Stephen !

The ER or EB is very roughly done. looks like owner did it.

I was suprised to see this type in commbination with RHA.
I always think of the 1908 and 1912 Cavalry swords as soon as horses appear

But this battery was serving under the Royal Field Artillery, thus the artillery pattern sword.

1916-1918: West Riding Battery served in the Middle East as part of the 263rd Brigade RFA.

Can you share a close up of the field sharpening ?

Best regards,
Willem