Original U.S. Spanish-American War Merriam Knapsack - Inspected 1898 MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly - Master Sergeant Edwin Weston

- Master Sergeant Edwin Weston Horton Jr: Graduated from High School in 1934 and entered service on September 30

Think of The Bridge on the River Kwai

On the Silver edition medals

as well as ROSTFREI (rust free) indicating stainless steel construction

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Merriam Knapsack - Inspected 1898 MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly - Master Sergeant Edwin WestonOriginal 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