Original U.S. Civil War Model 1858 Smooth Side Canteen with Sling No Return Most soldiers and citizens surrendered

Most soldiers and citizens surrendered their swords to the American occupying forces

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The regiment was raised in the American colonies in 1756 as the 62nd (Royal American) Regiment to defend the thirteen colonies against attack by the French and their Native American allies

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This was a mainly hereditary corporation of the best craftsmen who worked exclusively for the king in Kandy

Original U.S. Civil War Model 1858 Smooth Side Canteen with Sling No Return Most soldiers and citizens surrenderedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Here is a handsome, Civil War specimen of the Model 1858 "Smooth Side" or "Flat Back" pattern tin canteen offered in very good condition. Originally canteens had "ribbed" sides in a bullseye pattern, but to expedite production, this feature was removed. The model 1858 canteen was the most popular canteen of the Civil War period. Canteen measures approximately 7 3 4 in diameter. It is covered in brown wool with flecks