He served as chief judge from 1954 to 1961 .
Swygert was confirmed by the United States Senate on October 14 , 1943 , and received his commission on October 16 , 1943 .
Swygert served as chief judge from 1954 to 1961 .
Swygert was confirmed by the United States Senate on October 14 , 1943 , and received his commission on October 16 , 1943 .