Original U.S. Civil War Rare Confederate Issue “Gardner” Pattern Wooden Drum Canteen with Initials & Remnants of Canvas Carry Strap Cannons The 56th Division then crossed

The 56th Division then crossed the Volturno Line in October and took part in the fighting around the Bernhardt Line

It is offered in good condition with signs of moderate use and some degradation from age

The rubber eyepiece is still in good shape

Blade Length: 22 3/4"

The rank insignia for the uniform can be identified by the bands and insignia on the cuffs

Original U.S. Civil War Rare Confederate Issue “Gardner” Pattern Wooden Drum Canteen with Initials & Remnants of Canvas Carry Strap Cannons The 56th Division then crossedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Prior to 1858, canteens were made of wood or tin and came in a variety of forms and sizes. The two most prominent ones used were the barrel type like this one which is made of wood with side slats like a barrel, and the cheesebox type made of wood with a single wrap around the side. This is a lovely example of a Civil War, Confederate States of America manufactured wooden drum canteen of the Gardner Pattern. It