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The document discusses classic backpacking gear, specifically shelters used between 1880-1930. It describes three aspects of shelters: materials, waterproofing techniques, and designs. The main shelter material used was Egyptian cotton ("balloon silk"), a very thin and lightweight cotton. This differed from modern assumptions that canvas was used. Waterproofing methods discussed include alum and lime, described by Nessmuk, though Kephart had no success with this technique. Various tent designs were used dep

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Sherry

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EN