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A scimitar ( or ) is a single-edged sword with a convex curved blade of about 75 to 90 cm (30 to 36 inches) associated with Middle Eastern, South Asian, and North African cultures. A European term, scimitar does not refer to one specific sword type, but an assortment of different Eastern curved swords inspired by types introduced to the Middle East by Central Asian ghilmans (enslaved soldiers). These swords include the Persian shamshir, the Arab saif, the Indian talwar, the North African…
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 83003065. It was listed on June 29, 1983.
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Questions about this property
When was Scimitar Building listed on the National Register?
Scimitar Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 29, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Scimitar Building?
Scimitar Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Scimitar Building?
The period of significance for Scimitar Building is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Scimitar Building?
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