Original U.S. Spanish-American War Merriam Knapsack - Inspected 1898 Russian Air Force While waiting for assignment overseas

While waiting for assignment overseas

which indicates it was filled in Sep 1940

so the original "fuzzy" texture is only present under the side flaps

in support of the 40th Division during the 1937 Fourth Army Maneuver

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Merriam Knapsack - Inspected 1898 Russian Air Force While waiting for assignment overseasOriginal 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. There are very faint markings in pencil on the front, the first line of which reads Co. A, but the rest is too faint to read. The straps are in fair condition but there are some pieces missing. A great piece of SAW kit, ready for further