Haversack vs. Rucksack — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Haversack and Rucksack
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Haversack
A haversack or small pack is a bag with a single shoulder strap. Although similar to a backpack, the single shoulder strap differentiates this type from other backpacks.
Rucksack
A knapsack.
Haversack
A bag carried over one shoulder to transport supplies, as on a hike.
Rucksack
A bag carried on the back or shoulder, supported by straps
Haversack
A small, strong bag carried on the back or the shoulder, usually with only one strap, and originally made of canvas.
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Rucksack
A bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
Haversack
(archaic) An oat-sack, or nosebag for a horse.
Haversack
A bag for oats or oatmeal.
Haversack
A bag or case, usually of stout cloth, in which a soldier carries his rations when on a march; - distinguished from knapsack.
Haversack
A gunner's case or bag used to carry cartridges from the ammunition chest to the piece in loading.
Haversack
A bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder
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