Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle with Buffington Sight and Trenton Lock - Serial 95332 British Awards Medals Badges Insignia provided the grenade hit the

provided the grenade hit the target at the proper angle (90 degrees)

these types of breastplates were very lightly constructed and were designed for comfort/convenience rather than any sort of protection

Washington and record that Donald was an Ammunition Handler (Duty code 504) in the 87th Infantry

The lid of the leather case marked with initials of :- D

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle with Buffington Sight and Trenton Lock - Serial 95332 British Awards Medals Badges Insignia provided the grenade hit theOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very interesting example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. This rifle was apparently in service for many years, and was probably sent back to Springfield Armory at least once for a refit, which has resulted in a gun with a very interesting history. The breech block