Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate U.S. Ordnance and was twice Mentioned in

and was twice Mentioned in Despatches

with instructions inside

The plan of action

Around 13 October the US 2nd Armored Division played their part

Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate U.S. Ordnance and was twice Mentioned inOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an attractive example of a Federal Issue M 1857 Cartridge Box. This is a genuine article made by the firm of J. I. Pittmann. The Box is complete with an intact closure tab, both Shoulder Sling Buckles, and matching original tins. This is a scarce cartridge box. With the adoption of new model arms In 1855 the army decided to modify the design and size of the cartridge box. A new pattern was adopted in 1857,