The History of Policing in the City of New York

The History of Policing in the City of New York

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A Brief History of the Mounted Police Association of Greater New York, Inc. & Ban of Honorary Members of Police Associations

May 13, 2017 Administrator 0

  In the first decade of the twentieth century, The Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY) permitted the formation of its first […]

Brooklyn’s 94th Precinct & Station-house – Helped “Launch” the Civil War! ;)

April 10, 2017 Administrator 0

On January 1, 1898, the City of Brooklyn, along with various other towns and villages and their respective police departments, were consolidated into the City […]

1922 Astoria, Queens Precinct – Illegal Alcohol Still Seizure

February 9, 2017 Administrator 0

“What’s the Deal:” With the History of Police Communications in New York City? Part 3: Post WWII Two-Way Radio Communications

February 8, 2017 Administrator 0

Introduction: Parts 1 and 2 of this three part series, covered a myriad of technologies used for communication, some of which co-existed for decades. Part […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The History of the NYPD ESU’s Department Ambulance?

February 5, 2017 Administrator 0

On May 22, 1920, the Police Department  of the City of New York (PDNY) was the recipient of a generous donation made by the members […]

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