Civil War collapsible cup, ca. 1862
Contributed by North Yarmouth Historical Society
Description
This tin cup, when collapsed, fits neatly inside itself. It then fit inside a tin bottom and was topped with a tin cap. It was used by Capt. Luther Lawrence while serving during the Civil War. Since soldiers were living in the field and had to travel light, the portability of personal items was important.
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