Original French WWI Model 1877 Canteen (2 Liter) - Bidon 20th Century the British Government turned to

the British Government turned to the Liège trade to supplement the manufacturing capabilities of their domestic gunmakers

Overall length 52 inches

The ones we found are somewhat greasy

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Original French WWI Model 1877 Canteen (2 Liter) - Bidon 20th Century the British Government turned toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an exceptional example of a canvas covered Model 1877 French 2 liter canteen, complete with original cork and carry straps. The Bidon is either a 2 liter or 1 liter canteen, covered with horizon blue or later khaki wool cloth. Both types had two spouts, a large and small, that were stopped with either wood or cork which was secured to the canteen itself with string. Often two bidons were worn; in the assault,