This is a Vintage police baton training video from the 1960s and 70s. These films demonstrate the specific methods officers were taught for using batons before modern use-of-force standards were widely adopted. | History In Pictures

The expandable police baton, also known as a collapsible or telescopic baton, is a tool commonly used by law enforcement officers for self-defense and control of suspects. The baton is typically made of aluminum or steel and is designed to expand from a compact size to a full-length baton with the flick of the wrist. This allows officers to easily carry the baton on their duty belt while still having the ability to quickly deploy it when necessary. The expandable baton is used for a variety of p