Civil War Haversack owned by Capt. Luther Lawrence, ca. 1862
Contributed by North Yarmouth Historical Society
Description
A haversack was used to carry a small amount of food or other vitally important supplies. Stenciled faintly across this leather bag are the letters “Capt L Lawrence.” Capt. Lawrence was likely carrying this haversack when he was killed in battle.
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