The Adam Park Project

Artifacts

Toy Soldier p.322

Item Information:

Catalogue Number: 15/11/008 Source: TAPP Archaeology Surveys Location: No15 Adam Park Report No: Report No.14 Artifact Type: Toy Production Date: 2012-07-11 00:00:00 Dimensions of Item: Not taken Copyright with The Adam Park Project

Other Description:

Perhaps the most poignant find of the survey was item 15/11/08 found during the prospecting survey of the front garden.

Historic Context:

This lead soldier depicts a British infantryman of the First World War. The soldier carries a number of items that would have been familiar to the men of Cambridgeshires including the respirator in the ready position, haversack, water bottle and backpack. He carries a Lee Enfield rifle.

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