Vietnam War Era U.S. Water Canteen with Cover – 1974 Dated

This is an original U.S. military canteen set, featuring a plastic canteen marked “U.S. 1974” with its matching olive drab cover. The cover is marked “U.S.” on the front and has a legible contract stamp on the reverse side, reading “LUCAS WATER CANTEEN, DSA 100-69-C-283” along with additional contract details, confirming its authenticity as a Vietnam War-era piece.

• Condition: Good used condition with minor wear from use and age, typical of issued canteen sets from the Vietnam War period.
• Cover Features: The cover includes metal snaps on the front, along with two metal ALICE clips on the back, allowing it to be easily attached to a belt or web gear.
• Canteen Features: Made from hard plastic and marked “U.S. 1974” on the base.
• Historical Context: This canteen would have been standard issue during the latter stages of the Vietnam War, serving as a crucial piece of gear for soldiers enduring the humid and harsh jungle conditions.
• Dimensions: Standard U.S. military issue size.

This authentic canteen set makes for an excellent addition to any Vietnam War collection or reenactor’s kit. Don’t miss the chance to own this genuine piece of military history!

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