Original U.S. Civil War Early Named “Hardpack” Knapsack with 32nd Regimental Unit Marking Painted on Flap - No Straps Availability_Both There are also serial numbers

There are also serial numbers D / 412 on the bolt components

The case is completely full with wartime issue medical supplies some of which have dated wrappers bearing 1941 and 1944

made during the same period are known as Pappenheimer rapiers

The left side of the helmet originally bore a Heer Eagle decal

In a true bit collector humor

Original U.S. Civil War Early Named “Hardpack” Knapsack with 32nd Regimental Unit Marking Painted on Flap - No Straps Availability_Both There are also serial numbersOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is an original U. S. Civil War wood framed "Hard Pack" Knapsack or Backpack. Dating between the 1860 1865 this Union issue Civil War pack is painted on the front flap with a 32 in white. Several 32nd Infantry Regiments served during the Civil War, with the 32nd New York Infantry ("1st California") and 32nd Wisconsin Infantry being notable Union units. Thankfully there is a name under the flap that may aid in