War of 1812 Era Canteen
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This "barrel" type canteen, constructed with wooden slats and a metal band, is inscribed Jos Allison (presumably the owner) and September 17, 1814. This was the date of the Battle of Fort Erie, located on the Niagara River in Ontario, Canada. Here, American forces repulsed a British siege in one of the last engagements of the War of 1812's Niagara campaign.
This "barrel" type canteen, constructed with wooden slats and a metal band, is inscribed Jos Allison (presumably the owner) and September 17, 1814. This was the date of the Battle of Fort Erie, located on the Niagara River in Ontario, Canada. Here, American forces repulsed a British siege in one of the last engagements of the War of 1812's Niagara campaign.
Artifact
Canteen (Container)
Date Made
1814
Subject Date
17 September 1814
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
35.642.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Pine (Wood)
Metal
Dimensions
Diameter: 6.625 in
Thickness: 2.75 in
Inscriptions
carved on side: SEPTEMBER 17TH 1814 carved: JOS ALLISON (?)
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