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Canteens of the American Revolution

Battle of Trenton reenactment. Photo by Ken Bohrer at American Revolution Photos.

A man will retain things for the preservation of his own life longer than he will retain things for the taking of life…In other words, the soldier will include his canteen as one of his best friends.  Lt. Colonel Philip Reade, History of the Military Canteen, 1901. Simple in design but critical to hydrate a …