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History

The story of military canteens is an evolution from heavy, organic materials to the ultra-lightweight plastics and advanced hydration systems used today.

The Organic Era (Ancient World – 18th Century)
In early history, soldiers used what they could find in nature. Ancient Greek and Roman troops often carried water in animal skins (goatskin or pigskin), gourds, or pottery. Wooden "drum" canteens, constructed like tiny barrels with iron straps, became common in the 18th century; they were favored during the American Revolution because wood provided natural insulation and was cheaper than metal.

The Metal Revolution (19th Century – WWII)

As manufacturing improved, metals replaced organic materials for increased durability:Tin and Glass: During the American Civil War, oval-shaped tin canteens often covered in wool or "jean" material (to keep water cool through evaporation) became the standard.

The M-1910 Aluminum: In 1910, the US Army shifted to aluminum, introducing the iconic kidney-shaped design meant to sit comfortably against a soldier's hip.

The WWII Material Crisis: 

During World War II, aluminum was prioritized for aircraft. This forced the military to experiment with stainless steel, porcelain enamel, and even early plastics like Bakelite for canteen caps.

The Plastic & Modern Era (Vietnam – Present)

The transition to plastic was driven by the need for silence and lighter loads:Vietnam War: The introduction of the M-1961 plastic canteen was a major turning point. Unlike metal, plastic didn't rattle against other gear, which was critical for stealth in the jungle.
NBC Protection: In the 1970s, caps were redesigned with special valves so soldiers could drink while wearing a gas mask.
Hands-Free Hydration: In the 1990s, the "CamelBak" style hydration bladder began replacing the traditional canteen for many frontline units, allowing soldiers to "sip while they fight" without taking their hands off their weapons.
Despite these advancements, the classic metal canteen cup remains a staple because it is still the most reliable way to boil water or cook a meal over a field fire.


One of the most common items of individual equipment for ground troops is the military canteen.In military terms, 'canteen' was not originally a piece of equipment.The word referred to a place where refreshments and entertainment were provided for members of the armed forces. By the 19th century, canteen also came to mean a portable container for water, carried by infantry.







All Water Bottles by Country



US Military Canteens / Waterbottle
European Military Water Bottles


Alphabetical Order


1937 Pattern Web Equipment (UK)
1944 Pattern Webbing (US)
51 Pattern Webbing (Canada)
1961 Pattern Webbing (South Africa)
1970 Pattern Webbing (South Africa)
M-1971 Webbing Set (Greece)
1972 Pattern Webbing (UK)
82 Pattern Webbing (Canada)
88 Pattern Webbing (Australia)



Albanese AAF Plastic Canteen (Chinese Army)


Austrian Army WW1 Water bottle
Austrailan Army Canteen Pouch 1968
Australian Army Vietnam Era Water Bottle and Cover
Australian ADF LAND 125 Water Bottle
Argentine Army 2-Quart Water Canteen
Argentine Army Plastic Canteen (US M-61)


Bulgarian Army WW2 Canteen
Brazilian Army Plastic Canteen
Brazilian Army Canteen and Cover
Brazilian Army Operational Canteen Pouch
Brazilian Army Plastic Canteen and pouch


Chinese Army Type 87 Water Bottle
Chinese Army Type 10 Water Bottle
Chinese Army PLA Everest Thermos Canteen
Chinese Army PLA Type-50 Canteen
Chinese Army Thermos Canteen
Chinese PLA Army Canteen Type 05
Chinese PLA Army type 87 Canteen
Chinese PLA Early Plastic Canteen
Canadian Army Thermos Canteen
Canadian Army WE'51 Canteen
Chilean Army Canteen 30s
Chilean Army Canteen
Czech Army Canteen CSLA
Czech Army Canteen Mod. 2005




Danish Army Glass Canteen Mod 1873
Dutch Army Canteen 70s
Dutch Army Plastic Canteen


East German NVA Canteen
Ecuadorian Army Plastic Canteen
Estonian Army Canteen M40


Finnish Army Plastic Canteen 1L
Finnish Army Plastic Canteen 0,65 L
Finnish Army Experimental Canteen
Finnish Army Plastic Canteen 1 L
Finnish Army Plastic Water Bottle
French Army Canteen M-51
French Canteen M-1877


German Canteen Mod.55 1st Model
German Army Canteen 3 Piece Set
German Border Police Canteen
Greek Army Plastic One Qt Canteen



Hungarian Army Canteen M 34
Hungarian Army Canteen 1951


Italian Army Canteen NBC-R
Italian Army Canteen M-75
Indonesian Army Canteen
Iraqi Army Plastic Canteen
Israeli IDF Canteen w / Cup
Israel Army IDF Rare Metal Canteen
Israeli Army IDF Canteen w/Cover and Cup

Israeli Army IDF Canteen Squared Plastic Canteen

Israeli Army IDF Aluminium Canteen
Italiam Army Canteen Mod. 1933
Iraqi Army Canteen New Type
Iraqi Army Metal Canteen and Cup
Indonesian Army Canteen
Indonesian Army Plastic Canteen (US M-61)


Japanese Army JSDF Aluminum Water Bottle
Japanese Imperial Army Aluminum Water Bottle
Japanese Imperial Army Rubber Canteen
Japanese Imperial army type 94 water bottle
Japanese Imperial Navy Water Bottle


KIFARU


London Bridge Trading
Lowe Alpine




Mexican Army Aluminium Canteen

Norrona


North Viet Nam Army NVA Plastic Canteen with Star
North Vietnamese Army Vietcong Plastic Canteen
OSKAR



Portuguese Army Canteen M64

Russian Army Plastic Canteen PE-1,5



SADF Water Bottle 2 Litre
SADF Patt 61/64 Water Bottle
SADF Patt. 70 Plastic Water Bottle
SADF Patt. 70 Plastic Water Bottle
SADF Water Bottle 2 Litre

SADF Army Patt 70 Water Bottle and Fire Bucket
Spanish American War Canteen
Spanish Army Canteen (1970 - 80)
Swiss Army Canteen M-32

Swedish Army Canteen Mod 1939
Swedish Army Canteen M90
South Korean Army ROKA Alum Canteen
South Korean Improved Spherical Water Bottle
Spanish Army Plastic Canteen
Spanish Army Canteen 50s-60s
Spanish Army Plastic Canteen 80s
Spanish Army Canteen 40s

Turkish Army Aluminium Waterbottle
Turkish Army Waterbottle
Turkish Ottoman Empire Metal Water Flask






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2-Quart Collapsible Water Canteen

Army Water Bottles of Middle East and Africa
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SDF Camouflage Canteen & Cover


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