Confederate Wooden Canteen Battle of Atlanta Captured 

Description

Confederate Wooden Canteen

Battle of Atlanta Captured 

A scarce Confederate issue wooden canteen, constructed of staved oak with original blackened iron bands. Retains its original tin spout, affixed with a crude, hand-rolled lip joint—classic field fabrication typical of Southern wartime manufacture. The spout shows soldering consistent with period repair, indicative of the resourceful Confederate supply system under strain. The canteen body exhibits two missing sling retention pins, otherwise intact, with a deep, untouched patina from age and use. The wood surface bears hand-carved identification, including the name: “W. H. DEE” This carving strongly suggests Confederate ownership and personalization in the field. The piece was recovered on the battlefield of Atlanta (July 22, 1864) and later entered the well-documented collection of noted collector Bill Turner, adding an important layer of provenance.  

Original tin spout with crude, rolled solder joint. Carved soldier identification: “W. H. DEE” Missing two sling guides, otherwise complete. Battlefield recovery: Atlanta, Georgia, 1864. Provenance: Collection of Bill Turner A fine and well-provenanced Confederate wooden drum canteen, personalized to a named soldier and recovered from one of the pivotal battles of the Western Theater. 

Research indicates that this canteen likely originated with W.H. Deen of the 6th Mississippi Infantry who fought at the Battle of Atlanta. 

Inventory Number: CON 625