In 1964, the hat was reintroduced to become a proud symbol of the drill sergeant. The female drill sergeant hat came into being in 1972. It was designed by Brig. Gen. Mildred C. Bailey.

FORT SILL, Okla. -- Drill sergeants past and present were honored on Polo Field Sept. 27 for the 50th Anniversary of the drill sergeant program. Sill honors drill sergeant legacy By Ms. Marie ...