| Accession Number | RELAWM00375.003 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Personal Equipment |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1916 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Dismounted Pattern Mess Tin Mk.I
Description
Dismounted Pattern Mess Tin Mk.I. 'D' shape mess tin with a wire handle but without a lid. Impressed into front of the tin [broad arrow symbol]' SIMPSON & SON Ltd/ 1916/ ADELAIDE'.
History / Summary
Mess tins were issued to soldiers as part of their everyday personal equipment. Soldiers could cook their food in these tins and eat directly from them.
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