The History of the Walking Cane — The Accessory That Was Usually a Weapon

Was the cane ever just for walking? 🧵 In this video we unravel the myth and trace the story of the walking stick — from the swords, blades and flasks hidden inside hollow shafts, to the gentlemen's fighting schools that taught cane combat as self-defence on city streets, and the caning on the floor of the United States Senate that helped push a country toward civil war. For most of its history a cane was carried by men who could walk perfectly well. If you enjoyed this history deep dive, like the video, subscribe to Fabric Myths, and leave a comment with the origin story we should cover next 👇