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Untouched Confederate Cedar Wood Canteen Identified to John J. Cathey, 20th Tennessee Inf., Killed at the Battle of Fishing Cr...
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Untouched Confederate Cedar Wood Canteen Identified to John J. Cathey, 20th Tennessee Inf., Killed at the Battle of Fishing Creek. Classic Gardner pattern, retaining about 15" of the original linen sling with the iron roller buckle. Excellent untouched condition with deep dark patina and age encrustation. The spout hole has been somewhat enlarged, probably by a mouse. Neatly carved in ¾" block letters on the face "J. J. C.", reverse with a series of interlocking diagonal lines. John Cathey enlisted in the 20th on May 15, 1861 and was originally listed as wounded and captured at Fishing Creek, June 19, 1862. He was carried on the muster rolls as such until March of 1863 when his status was changed to killed at Fishing Creek. Nice untouched Confederate canteen with a great history.Auction Info
2008 November Signature Civil War Auction #6015 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2008
20th-21st
Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
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