Original U.S. Indian Wars Spanish-American War Federal Army Issue Pattern 1887 Fatigue Sack Coat - Chief Trumpeter Sergeant MG 42 Accessories a scarce French Naval carbine

a scarce French Naval carbine

This example bears serial number WZ

The pack measures approximately 11"W x 12"H x 4 1/2"

The underside of the magazine well still has partial patent information visible

having been formed in 1685 and numbered as the 8th (The King's) Regiment of Foot in 1751

Original U.S. Indian Wars Spanish-American War Federal Army Issue Pattern 1887 Fatigue Sack Coat - Chief Trumpeter Sergeant MG 42 Accessories a scarce French Naval carbineOriginal Item: Only One Available. U. S. Army Issue Pattern 1887 Fatigue Blouse (AKA Sack Coat). Standard Issue to every U. S. Army Soldier during the late Indian Wars and Spanish American War, up through the transition to the Model 1902 Coat which was the 1887s Successor. These were intended to be a loose fitting garment for wear in the field, as opposed to a tailored parade uniform, these were utilitarian by design. The original lining on the inside