Although the M1910 haversack was used until 1928, there were several versions. This is one of the early types as in 1916 a small articles pouch was added and utensil sleeves were added to the meat can pouch in 1917.
Originally designed in 1917 by John Browning, the B.A.R met a need for a relatively light automatic squad support weapon. It was used from 1918 through the Viet Nam War.