5926657 Water bottle, 1880 circa (wood) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Water bottle, 1880 circa. It was essential for soldiers to carry water. The leather strap made this type easy to carry, but being made of wood, they were prone to damage and leaks. Oliver pattern water bottles like this were used during the Zulu War (1879) and the Egyptian War (1882).); by National Army Museum .