Original French WWI Model 1877 Early Small Size Canteen in Horizon Blue with Shoulder Strap - Bidon Japanese Military Maps " the two infantry brigade

" the two infantry brigade headquarters were converted to provide personnel for other units and the 380th Infantry Regiment was disbanded

An incredible find in that this fine example is a late war dated 1865 example

77th Field Artillery unit history ephemera most of which name Glauner

The barrel is 40" in length and is dated 1864

with a gray rayon lining marked with size 55

Original French WWI Model 1877 Early Small Size Canteen in Horizon Blue with Shoulder Strap - Bidon Japanese Military Maps " the two infantry brigadeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a heavily worn example of an early WWI small size horizon blue canvas covered Model 1877 French 1 liter canteen, complete with the original cover (which is heavily tattered and worn) and full length leather shoulder strap. Amazingly, the cork stopper and wood plug are both present but the plug is broken off and stuck in the hole. Overall condition of the canteen and cover is good. The leather carry strap is