The History of Policing in the City of New York

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The Hero of Fort Sumter – Patrolman Peter Hart

July 8, 2022 Administrator 0

Introduction: This is the story of the heroic action of a New York City (NYC) Police Officer who was a veteran soldier. His name was […]

The History of Police Communications in New York City – Part 1- The Pre-Voice Radio Era

December 24, 2016 Administrator 0

Introduction Methods of communicating over any distance remained unchanged for several millennia. The choices over the years were limited and ranged from: pictographs on cave […]

“What’s the Deal With:” Gleason’s 1854 Illustration of the Police Uniforms & Fire-Style Helmets?

December 11, 2016 Administrator 0

A question from a fan regarding uniforms and equipment worn and used by police officers in the City of New York was received.   The answer […]

The Creation & Evolution of the NYPD’s Medal of Honor? New Facts Revealed!

December 3, 2016 Administrator 0

What’s the Deal With: The Creation & Evolution of the NYPD’s “Medal of Honor?” New Facts Revealed!  Introduction and Background The Medal of Honor (MOH) is […]

New Book Review: Undisclosed Files of the Police; Cases from the Archives of the NYPD, from 1831 to the Present

September 21, 2016 Administrator 0

UPDATE: On September 28, 2016, a “book launch” was held at the Mysterious Book Shop, 58 Warren St., NYC. Hundreds of guests, including several high-ranking […]

The Lost Tributes of the NYPD – Memorial Tablet, Flag of Honor, Police Arlington Burial Site

May 5, 2016 Administrator 0

This article was released during the month of May in recognition of National Peace Officers Memorial Day, which falls on Sunday, May 15th and the […]

The Lost History of the PDNY’s Junior Police Force? Their Story Has Never Been Told!

April 23, 2016 Administrator 2

A century ago, the Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY) had within its ranks a officially sanctioned force known as the “Junior […]

“What’s the Deal:” With The First Use of the Command Post Flag & Lanterns Used by the NYPD in the Last Century?

April 16, 2016 Administrator 0

There are few examples of the green colored “Command Post” flags and lanterns that were utilized a century ago by the Police Department of the […]

“What’s the Deal:” With The First Use of the Current Style “Patrolman’s” Shield in the NYPD?

April 8, 2016 Administrator 0

When researching the history of the Police Department of the City of New York (NYPD/PDNY) information is sometimes found that contradicts that which has been […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The First Presentation of the Automobile Club of America Medal in the NYPD?

April 3, 2016 Administrator 0

The Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY) has a long history of issuing various medals to its officers for acts of bravery, […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The First Permanent Roundsman and Detective Sergeant Ranks in the NYPD?

March 30, 2016 Administrator 0

Much has been written about the life of William S. “Big Bill” Devery who rose through the ranks of the Police Department of the City […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The First Enforcement of Automobile Traffic Laws by the NYPD

March 20, 2016 Administrator 0

In “Issue 1” of “The Deal,” Police Officers Benjamin Mallam and Eugene Casey from the Police Department of the City of New York’s (PDNY) “Central […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The First New York City Police Car?

March 13, 2016 Administrator 0

The vehicles of today’s Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY or NYPD) are painted in a distinct blue and white paint scheme […]

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