Just to add to this subject, Canes were also carried as a mark of a specific Duty or Appointment in the Coldstream Guards (possibly in the other Foot Guards too) before and throughout my service and possibly still in use.
The Battalion would have a Daily Picquet Officer, Sergeant and Corporal with various Duties and checks to complete throughout their 24 hour duty. Both the Sergeant and Corporal would carry what was referred to as a Picquet Cane for the duration. The Regimental Police Corporals would also carry a cane whilst on duty.
Regards Simon
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