Walking Cane Royal Savage Benedict Arnold Flagship Wood Pvt. Otis C. Parks G.A.R. Souvenir 1890 Start Price USD 595.00 Current Price USD 595.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, August 19, 2008 End Time Tuesday, August 26, 2008 Location Mobile, Alabama See more about 'Walking Cane Royal Savage Benedict Arnold Flagship Wood' Description This is a great piece from an old Vermont estate. Stick is supposedly made from wood salvaged from the ruins of the American Revolutionary War Ship the "Royal Savage" the Flagship of Benedict Arnold, while still in the water - later ship was raised. Notorized document reads, "State of Vermont / County of Chittenden / Affidavit / - I, Gertrude Parks Carlson, being duly sworn, deposes and says: A walking Cane, which was given to my Grandfather, Otis C. Parks, by the Grand Army of the Republic Post of Keesville, New York, where he was a resident. / This walking cane is made from a piece of wood from Benedict Arnold's flagship, The Royal Savage, which sunk in the Battle of Valcour Island, October 11, 1776, in Lake Champlain and later raised in 1934. This piece of wood was taken from the Royal Savage while still in the waters of Lake Champlain when the water was low at Valcour Island. This information was given to me by my mother, Mrs. Minnie C. Parks. This Walking cane is 33 3/4 inches in length, has a 2 inch metal tip and a gold head with initials of my Grandfather, O.C.P. and dated 1890. / My Grandfather was a volunteer in Co. K, 96th Regiment of New York infantry. He enrolled in the Civil War on September 10, 1864. / The Grand Army of the Republic presented this walking cane to my Grandfather in honor of his service to his country. / I give this cant to a personal friend, Mr. Arlan C. St. Laurent, as a gift approximately one year ago. / Gertrude Parks Carlson / Sworn to before me this 3rd day of June, 1970. / Notary Public "Doreen M. Mongeon". Also enclosed is a copy of his discharge and a photo of Parks in Uniform. All items are in great condition. S&H will be adjusted for multiple buyers. International buyers MUST inquire about S&H and Insurance availability before bidding. Any questions, please inquire. Please view other auctions by granddukezeus. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!