Canteen, Made for a Massachusetts Militia, circa 1810
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This canteen, called a "cheesebox" for its similarity to boxes made to hold wheels of cheese, identifies the Massachusetts Militia (M.S.). A number of similarly decorated canteens survive. The reverse is labeled N.R., possibly a maker's mark. The O B scratched into the surface may be the militia member's initials or those of a later owner.
This canteen, called a "cheesebox" for its similarity to boxes made to hold wheels of cheese, identifies the Massachusetts Militia (M.S.). A number of similarly decorated canteens survive. The reverse is labeled N.R., possibly a maker's mark. The O B scratched into the surface may be the militia member's initials or those of a later owner.
Artifact
Canteen (Container)
Date Made
circa 1810
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2000.0.44.258
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Leather
Cloth
Dimensions
Diameter: 7.25 in
Thickness: 2.625 in
Inscriptions
side: MS side: NR / OB
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