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Canteen

Object number1940

Date1861-1865

MediumMetal

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Daniel E. Nevin

DescriptionRound metal canteen with square loops for a handle.Dimensions8.5 x 8.25 in. (21.6 x 21 cm)
Historical NotesJohn I. Nevin found this canteen on a battlefield in 1881 during a visit to Spotsylvania County, Virginia. During the Civil War Nevin had fought and was wounded at the Battle of the Wilderness, which took place in Spotsylvania County and Orange County, Virginia.

Related person John I. Nevin (1837 - 1884)

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