Haversack – WWII, Capt. F. W. Macdonald, MC

Second War Haversack fabricated from olive green canvas, with a leather panel stitched in place that entails both sides and the bottom, two reinforced button holes on the fold over weather flap and when connected to the brown plastic sewn in place on the front, guarantees a secure closure, underside of the flap inscribed “MACDONALD” in black ink,.

The inside with two pockets, olive green webbed belt attached at either end with metal loops, 290 mm x 330 mm, extensive wear and fraying of the leather, soiled.

Used by Capt Macdonald in his WWII service with the Royal Canadian Artillery.

Classification
Equipment
Era
1939 – 1945 (WW 2)
Location of artifact
Tower, Tower Numbered location
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