I never thought Winters was particularly good on game shows, with their tight formats and rules. Jonathan liked to break rules on TV, after all, not play by them. But I've Got a Secret was pretty loose with its gameplay and even verged on a variety show much of the time. So Winters felt more at home with Garry Moore and friends.
On this April 16, 1962 episode, Jonathan showed up with eight smartly outfitted Marine recruiting sergeants. Former Marine Winters marched the gentlemen around the stage with impressively barked commands.
Then each IGaS panelist had to do the same, ordering a pair of Marines to a set location on the stage. Hilarity, or at least several funny moments, ensued. Winters played nicely off some of the more hopeless efforts from the panelists.
The Marines barely cracked a smile as the silliness revolved around them. It was interesting how their dress uniforms looked literally timeless, just the same a half-century ago as today.
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