Historical information
Relates to the 38th Battalion.
Belonged to "Jack GERDSEN".
Physical description
The Australian Army uses the Swagger stick as a traditional ceremonial symbol of authority, commonly carried under the right arm by a Company Sergeant Major and Commissioned Officers, particularly in ceremonial or “Walking Out” dress.
The swagger stick is made of light coloured polished timber with a round silver top featuring the 38th Battalion Regimental Badge, the lower of base of the stick is protected by a silver metal cap.
Inscriptions & markings
Round-silver top with the Rising Sun emblem embossed and featuring the Bendigo Regiment 38th Battalion Regimental Badge.
