US Spanish American War 1898 haversack -
This is a US Army Spanish American war (spanam) haversack. As a result of experience gained during the
Spanish American war, the haversack specifications were changed in 1898 to increase the size of the bag.
Of Khaki canvis construction. In very good shape. Brass fittings
with a single flap wihch closes the bag. Marked US in the front with a black ink stamp.
The bag appears to be unit marked. The straps are missing.
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This is a second example of the US Army 1898 haversack. Some damage to the flap. The name of an individual has been
written on the front. More than likely done by a civilian who purchased the bag after it was sold by the military.
Notice the bag has a pair of hooks sewn to the upper section. This is different from the D-rings employed in earlier
versions. This feature allowed the bag to be secured to a pictol or cartridge belt.
The haversack consisted of a large holding area with a flap secured by the use of a web strap and a metal buckle.
The flap had a slit opening that was kept closed via two leather strings secured to the main body.
The primary manufacturers of this haversack were the Rock Island Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois and
the U.S. Post Office Canvas Shop in Washington, D.C. The example featured here was manufactured
by Rock Island Arsenal in 1904.
This Spanish American War US military collectible may be currently
reproduced.
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the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
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