Original U.S. Indian and Spanish-American War New York State Contract Merriam Knapsack Ancient only attached with the glider

only attached with the glider wings

commencing in early 1943 with the compulsory recruitment of Latvian citizens born between 1919 and 1924

Army Acting Corporal

The Co-pilot was Second Lieutenant Carlton Holden

which still has the original web carry handle

Original U.S. Indian and Spanish-American War New York State Contract Merriam Knapsack Ancient only attached with the gliderOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a lovely Merriam knapsack utilized during the Spanish American War. This example has a great inspection stamp on the interior which dates it to 1898, perfect for SAW issue. The front of the pack has stenciled markings A 14 likely for Company A, 14th Infantry, with a 33 stenciled below. The straps are in fair crazed condition but there are some pieces missing with one strap having broken off but is included. A