Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Rare M1872 “Meat Can” Mess Kit With (2) Spoons and US Marked M1874 Cup - 4 Items Manufacture Type_New Made Items while others are marked with

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Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Rare M1872 “Meat Can” Mess Kit With (2) Spoons and US Marked M1874 Cup - 4 Items Manufacture Type_New Made Items while others are marked withOriginal Items: Only One Grouping Available. This is a lovely little grouping full of some rather rare items! These items and those similar are vital to the survival of a soldier on the battlefield. Staying hydrated and properly fed will ensure your longevity in a fight. In 1872, a board of officers recommended the adoption of a meat can for both infantry and cavalry units. The M1872 meat can was not a field mess item, but was intended to hold the