Month: January 2018
“What’s the Deal With;” The Legendary Career of Maximillian F. Schmittberger – Part 1 of 2 – “The Dark Side”
Introduction In the history of the policing of City of New York (NYC), there are few “legends” whose careers are more colorful and interesting than […]
“What’s the Deal With:” The Founding of the Honor Legion of the PDNYC:
The Honor Legion was conceived and formed in January 1912 by Patrolman John W. Frazer who approached Chief Inspector (todays rank of Chief of Department) […]
Historical Artifact! c. 1855 Frontispiece – The City of Brooklyn PD’s First Chief of Police!
It is always a pleasure receive inquiries from individuals who share the author’s passion for the history of policing in New York City. Most inquiries deal […]