Trench art knife
Trench art knife
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A World War I trench art letter opener with a handle made from a bullet and decorated with two British Army General Service buttons.
Trench art refers to creative objects made by soldiers, prisoners, or civilians during wartime, particularly during World War I and II. Crafted from materials like shell casings, bullets, and shrapnel, these items ranged from decorative vases and rings to intricate carvings and sculptures. Trench art was a form of expression, providing soldiers with a mental escape from the brutality of war. It also served as a personal keepsake or memento, symbolising resilience, survival, and the human spirit amidst conflict.
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