{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-early-named-hardpack-knapsack-with-32nd-regimental-unit-marking-painted-on-flap-no-straps","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Early Named “Hardpack” Knapsack with 32nd Regimental Unit Marking Painted on Flap - No Straps","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: One-of-a-kind. This is an original U.S. Civil War wood framed \"Hard Pack\" Knapsack or Backpack. Dating between the 1860 - 1865 this Union issue Civil War pack is painted on the front flap with a \u003cstrong\u003e32 \u003c\/strong\u003ein white. Several 32nd Infantry Regiments served during the Civil War, with the 32nd New York Infantry (\"1st California\") and 32nd Wisconsin Infantry being notable Union units. Thankfully there is a name under the flap that may aid in identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside of the flap is inscribed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIth Srgt.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT. Thirle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would denote issue to a 1st Sergeant T. Thirle, but we couldn’t find any soldier with this name, so it requires some deeper research. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood framed pack covered with waterproofed canvas is often seen on Civil War issued haversacks. Pack measures approx. 15.0 inches long x 4.0 inches wide x 13.75 high. All straps are missing on this example. The buckles are present and there is a very small fragment of a strap on one. The interior flaps are in good condition and retain their ties. This pack is very well-worn but still retains the front flap showing the gorgeous paint work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are always difficult to find, especially ones that are marked to a specific regiment. This is a really great example, perfect for any Civil War collection. Comes ready for further research and display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44894830985285,"sku":"ONSV26NCS080","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/7A887BB4-DAFF-49E5-8631-23AD32BFF438.jpg?v=1776719357","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-early-named-hardpack-knapsack-with-32nd-regimental-unit-marking-painted-on-flap-no-straps","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}