WASHINGTON — The next Commandant of the Marine Corps has announced that the first policy he'll instate when he takes the helm this summer is to bring back the beloved tradition of rolling trouser legs.

"From the Halls of Montezuma to the Shores of Tripoli, Marines have proudly rolled their pantaloons on many a foreign shore," said Lt. Gen. David Berger. "I can't tell you how many times I've been asked, 'Sir, when will we go back to trousers up?' Well, Marines, your leadership has listened. It's high time to show off those calves."

This isn't the first time a long-standing Marine tradition has been cancelled, only to be brought back years later. In 2011, then-Commandant Gen. James Amos infamously got rid of rolled sleeves for the entire Corps. Amid complaints from the rank-and-file, he brought them back in 2014.

"Trousers up is clearly what sets us apart visually as Marines," said Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Ronald Green. "And now there will be no more skipping leg day. Any Marines who have been doing their squats and calf raises will welcome this change, I'm sure."

Marines will be required to roll their trousers in the spring and summer months and will revert to "trousers down" in the winter.

"I remember during the Gulf War, if the Iraqis saw a flash of trouser cuff and shin they would instantly retreat," said Berger. "If we're going to win against near-peer competitors, that's what we need to get back to."