Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Rare M1872 “Meat Can” Mess Kit With (2) Spoons and US Marked M1874 Cup - 4 Items Martini-Henry Parts Edwards ASN 17016481 was a

Edwards ASN 17016481 was a Radio Operator and Gunner on the Martin B-26 Marauder Unbearable II

Crossing the Arno on 31 August was relatively uneventful

The number 507 is stamped on the bottom of the cross guard

and has been converted to percussion configuration

Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Rare M1872 “Meat Can” Mess Kit With (2) Spoons and US Marked M1874 Cup - 4 Items Martini-Henry Parts Edwards ASN 17016481 was aOriginal 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