WW2 German Army Canteen and Cup All Dated 1938

The WW2 German Army Canteen and Cup, dated 1938, is an example of standard field equipment issued to Wehrmacht soldiers prior to and during the early years of the Second World War. The set consists of an aluminum canteen with a capacity of approximately 0.8 liters, paired with a matching metal cup. Both components are marked with date and manufacturer’s details relevant to 1938 production, reflecting pre-war issue standards. The canteen typically features a screw-on cap and is enclosed in a felt or cloth cover, which provides insulation and protection. Leather straps are attached for securing the canteen to a belt or backpack. The cup, designed to fit over the top of the canteen, serves both as a drinking vessel and for heating liquids in the field. This type of canteen and cup set illustrates the practical design and manufacture of German military field gear on the eve of World War II.