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US Army tin plate
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| Description | United States Army tinned iron soldier's plate shaped like a pie pan. The underside has been scratched "G.L.Gates" and "Co. A...". It was used by Dr. George L. Gates of the 2nd Minnesota Infantry Regiment, Company A. |
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| Quantity | 1 item |
| Format | Content Category: artifacts |
| Measurements | 8 1/4 inches diameter |
| Nomenclature | Plate (dish) Mess kit |
| Creation | Issued by: United States Army, 2nd Minnesota Infantry Regiment (1861-1865), Company A |
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Used by: Gates, Dr. George L. United States Army Used in Civil War Used in United States United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Equipment and supplies. Minnesota, United States Military. 1861-1865 (Civil & Indian Wars). Equipment & Supplies |
| Dates | Use: Not earlier than 1861 - Not later than 1865 |
| Notes | This is an example of a military accoutrement used during the U.S. Civil War. |
| Credit Line | Minnesota Historical Society Collections |
| Holding Type | 3D Objects |
| ID Number | 6895.10.A |
