| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL22201.009 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Canvas, Rope |
| Location | Main Bld: First World War Gallery: Australia Goes To War: The AIF |
| Maker |
Commonwealth Government Harness Factory |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Water bucket : Australian Light Horse
Description
Green coloured canvas water bucket with tarred rope handle. Handle is fixed to the bucket through brass eyelets by splicing. Marked on the inside with "AUSTRALIA / CGHF / 1917" a broad arrow. Also a broad arrow over "FP".
History / Summary
Water bucket carried by members of the Australian Light Horse to provide water for their horses as well as personal ablutions.