WW1 Canadian CEF Housewife 1916 Dated With Contents

This title refers to a historical artifact, a WW1 Canadian CEF (Canadian Expeditionary Force) Housewife dated 1916, complete with its original contents. A ‘housewife’ in this context is a military term for a compact sewing kit, traditionally used by soldiers to mend their uniforms. This particular item is a rich source of WW1 history, originating from the Canadian contingent. The kit, dated 1916, is over a hundred years old, hence a valuable collector’s item. The fact that it still contains its original contents – needles, threads, buttons, and possibly small scissors – makes it an even more fascinating and rare find. This relic provides a unique insight into the daily lives and challenges faced by Canadian soldiers during WW1.