18L Trinkwasser Backpack Can German This was purchased in Germany

This was purchased in Germany from the estate of a WWII vet who participated in the occupation of Paris

The instructions make it much more interesting than a plain message book and far more displayable as there is so much more detail

perhaps to better contain the remaining pieces

Still a very cute piece

The bottom of the can shows some very old signs of charring from a fire where the water had been boiled

18L Trinkwasser Backpack Can German This was purchased in GermanyOriginal and extremely rare aluminum 18 liter Trinkwasser drinking water can in decent condition. This version is actually a back pack and could be fitted directly with leather shoulder straps. It could use a little cleaning, but is still very nice; it could be restored or left as is. It has relatively few dents and dings and the original gasket is still present. The latch and hinge are in good condition. The bottom of the can shows some very old