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Other Memories 1JAN 1960: THE DEMISE OF THE SWAGGER STICK.
The official swagger stick came on the USMC scene during Gen L.C. Shepherd's time as CMC(1Jan52-31Dec55),and lasted to the completion of Gen. R McC Pate's time as CMC(1Jan1956-31Dec1959). Previously there were many home made versions of "THE STICK" in use by individuals throughout the USMC. UPON ASSUMING THE POSITION OF CMC ON 1Jan1960 GEN.D.M. SHOUP STATED "A clean, neat,well fitted uniform with the Marine Corps emblem is tops.. no need for for gimmicks or gadgets." As for the swagger stick itself---"It shall remain an optional item of interference. If you feel the need of it, carry it!" On January 2nd there were few gadget-bearing Marines to be found.
