Original U.S. Civil War 89th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Veteran Grouping Fusee Spring & Cover The M-1888 Rifle was referred

The M-1888 Rifle was referred to as the "Commission Rifle" and was manufactured as a full Infantry Rifle and a Carbine starting in 1888 and an Artillery Carbine adopted in 1891

Tail gunner: John Chinni (POW)

Once upon a time this was a nice European musket

Connecticut who served in the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) as a reporter and photographer for the Green Beret Magazine

Our example is Serial numbered 144 under the Barrel and there is an stamp in the wood stock under the trigger guard of J

Original U.S. Civil War 89th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Veteran Grouping Fusee Spring & Cover The M-1888 Rifle was referredOriginal Items: One of a kind set. This set is comprised of the following items: United States Union Civil War army regulation tarred haversack, comprised of black painted canvas and having a single flap with remnants of a leather strap, a black metal buckle to exterior of main compartment, unpainted interior with two metal buttons, and a matching shoulder strap. Unmarked. 12 1 4" H x 12 1 2" W. Overall with strap: 29". Canvas is stiff, with areas of