Original U.S. Indian Wars / Spanish-American War- M1878 Canteen with Leather Shoulder Strap - Stamped “U.S.” Japanese Air Force causing the fuse to be

causing the fuse to be ignited

“BOYT” and “42” (1942) stamp

It no longer retains the Prussian (black and white) and German National Colors (red white and black) Kokarden (cockades) around the chin strap lugs

On July 11 the entire Division moved into line

There is lovely etching on the blade however the oxidation on the surface makes it somewhat hard to see

Original U.S. Indian Wars / Spanish-American War- M1878 Canteen with Leather Shoulder Strap - Stamped “U.S.” Japanese Air Force causing the fuse to beOriginal Item: Only One Available. US M1878 Canteen with a tan canvas cover with a very clear U. S. stencil on the front, in very good condition with the original issue sling. There are no other markings that we can find, which is not unusual. The canteen is complete with its original cork stopper secured to the neck of the canteen by a brass ring and chain. The cork itself is complete but has shrunk due to age. It also has the proper pattern leather