Original U.S. M-1822 Musket Converted to Percussion Half Stocked Sporter by Asa Waters - Dated 1828 MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly and fully functional snap

and fully functional snap

The 97th BG would move to North Africa and assigned to Twelfth Air Force as part of the Operation Torch landings

Original Item: This cowhide-covered rucksack was known as the Tornister 34 (developed in 1934) and was later fitted with new style straps in 1939

the unit shared in the pursuit of Rommel's forces through Libya to Tripoli

45 1911 pistol magazine pouch dated 1918

Original U.S. M-1822 Musket Converted to Percussion Half Stocked Sporter by Asa Waters - Dated 1828 MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly and fully functional snapOriginal item: One Only. The U. S. Model 1822 Musket was a . 69 caliber smoothbore flintlock, with a 42 inch barrel and an overall length of 58 inches. It replaced the previous model 1816 musket, and often is viewed as a further development of that design. One of the most noticeable differences in the Model 1822 is the attachment of the lower sling swivel. The forward part of the trigger bow was provided with an enlargement which was drilled to