Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Converted to M-1868 Allin Trapdoor Rifle in 1870 with Bayonet & Tool - Serial 5505 MG 34 but in a modified form

but in a modified form with a larger volume main compartment

then Lieutenant Charles M

They immediately put us on a train and we rode south through England to Dorchester which is in south western England not far from the English Channel

The bed roll was attached externally (see Sleeping Bag Straps)

is referenced from Muster Rolls obtained from the National Archives

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Converted to M-1868 Allin Trapdoor Rifle in 1870 with Bayonet & Tool - Serial 5505 MG 34 but in a modified formOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a real peach! This rifle started out as a Civil War Springfield Rifle Musket, dated 1863, made by SPRINGFIELD ARMORY, as indicated on the lock plate. There is also the "Spread Eagle" and U. S. marking, indicating military production. This particular rifle looks to have been made during the change over from the Model 1863 Type I to Type II, as while it has the 1863 date, it has the solid bands held in