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Old Military Box - What was it used for?
I purchased this old wood box at an estate sale recently. Because of its design, I am assuming it was used for paperwork or ...? Thought I would throw it up here to see if any of you guys have seen one before or can confirm its purpose.
It’s approximately 14“ tall x 17 1/2“ wide x 13 1/2“ deep. Metal corners/reinforcement and leather handles on each end. Twin, front metal clasps (that are keyed). On the front is stenciled; US 17th - I (n?) (?)- Hq Co *not sure if that is an “n” and I can’t make out the second letter either. Possibly Inf (infantry) and obviously Headquarters Company.  Brass tag on top:  Both ends have the red/black, circular logo:  The interior is sectioned and has a small compartment with a door and a sectioned rectangular box that hinges down from the lid. Both are held in place with a leather belt/clasp configuration.  Any thoughts on its use - or the meaning of the circular logo?
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The logo is Army, 7th Infantry.
It appears to be for some field use. I'm going to start with radio or telegraph gear. Edit: It's a Mess Kit. ebay auction link
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h a brinkhaus &sons ky are trunk makers
so they made the box but not what ever was in the box |
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Officers mess kit, maybe General Officer's judging from the size.
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Well done Mark! From your attached link I see that is exactly what I have.
Does anyone happen to know the significance of the black/red symbol? A particular Unit/Division's logo perhaps? Thanks all.
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01-28-2015, 03:41 AM
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See my post right below yours.
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Sorry stomach, I missed your "edit".
Congrats -you tie for first place. 
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how is that a tie?
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Ummm, because I deem it so? And because I don't go back and re-read previous posts that I had read yesterday - I missed his edit.
*If anyone's feeling are hurt -well, it was never a contest anyway. Just a question posed and answered. Thanks to all.
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It would be cool if you could come up with the official contents and make a complete kit
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I expect 100% of the prize. I will not settle for 50% of nothing. I want all of the nothing or nothing at all.
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1986 Porsche 944 2.5l
