| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL30045.012 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Canvas; Jute; Leather; Brass |
| Location | Main Bld: First World War Gallery: Sinai Palestine 1917: The Light Horse Men |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | Unknown |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Canvas water bucket : Light Horse
Description
Reproduction cream canvas water bucket with a jute rope carrying handle attached to two heavy canvas loops machined to each side of the bucket. The top edge of the bucket has a sleeve threaded through with rope for reinforcement and to steady the bucket when it is full of water. The body of the bucket is secured for attachment to the saddle, when empty, by a brown leather strap with a brass buckle, passed several times around the bucket.
History / Summary
Example of a standard issue water bucket carried by light horse units.