Vietnam War US M1956 1-Quart Canteen with Cover Reproduction Reenactment ZWJPW

Description: HistoryThe M1956 canteen with cover played a significant role during the Vietnam War as part of the standard equipment issued to American soldiers. Here is a brief history of the M1956 canteen with cover during the war:lDevelopment and Introduction: The M1956 canteen with cover was developed in the 1950s as an improvement over the previous M1910 canteen used in World War II and the Korean War. It was officially adopted by the US military in 1956 and became the standard-issue canteen for American soldiers.lDesign and Features: The M1956 canteen set consisted of a one-quart plastic canteen and a canvas cover. The plastic canteen had a screw-on cap and a metal carrying handle. The canvas cover had a strap with a metal buckle for securing the canteen and a small pouch for holding water purification tablets or other small items.lPurpose and Importance: The M1956 canteen with cover was an essential piece of equipment for soldiers in the harsh and demanding conditions of the Vietnam War. It provided a portable and easily accessible source of drinking water, which was crucial for hydration in the hot and humid climate of Vietnam.l Practicality and Functionality: The plastic construction of the canteen made it lightweight and durable, while the canvas cover helped insulate the canteen and protect it from damage. The cover also had the added benefit of camouflaging the canteen and reducing glint or reflections that could give away a soldier's position.lLegacy and Evolution: The M1956 canteen with cover continued to be used throughout the Vietnam War, but it was eventually replaced by newer designs in the following years. The introduction of the M1967 canteen cover, which featured nylon material and additional storage pockets, marked a transition in canteen design.CompanyZWJPW is established in 1987 and focused primarily on selling military collectibles. In a recent decade, we determined to have a huge business transformation, and which allows us to explore the market in high quality reproduction of military products. We aim at the reproduction of uniform, headware, footware, field gear, insignia, and weapon-related military products in countries of the U.S, China, Soviet Union, UK, Germany, and Japan from the time period of Second Sino-Japanese War, WW2, Korean War, to Vietnam War. We welcome all individuals and groups who are interested in this field to contact us for any advices and questions. Partnership collaboration is possible for the expansion of the reproduction industry. Shipment Shipping will be scheduled immediately after your payment. It takes about 1 to 3 days before the courier picks up your package; three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Shipping time is set differently for customers from different countries. Two shipping services are available. Please click on the delivery services to find out the differences in shipping time and fees. Customer Service: Please contact the customer service for more questions regarding the products or shipping related issues.

Price: 17 USD

Location: Tianjin

End Time: 2025-01-19T11:05:53.000Z

Shipping Cost: 2.3 USD