Original French WWI / Early WWII Model 1877 Canteen in Dark Blue with Shoulder Strap - Bidon Military Equipment when the division was pulled

when the division was pulled back to France for a two-month refit

It has a steel cross guard bearing regimental markings: 74

and letters of encouragement and victory mirrors like this one

under the same principles taught by their mentors

dogs have protected their human companions

Original French WWI / Early WWII Model 1877 Canteen in Dark Blue with Shoulder Strap - Bidon Military Equipment when the division was pulledOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a dark blue canvas covered Model 1877 French 2 liter canteen, complete with the original cover and full length leather shoulder strap. Amazingly, the cork stopper is present but not the wood plug. Overall condition of the canteen and cover is very good. The leather carry strap is complete and supple. We've only had a very few of these canteens, as they are rare and hard to find. Ready