The History of Policing in the City of New York

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NYC Patrolman Peter Hart – His Civil War Act of Valor Inspired National Anthem!

July 8, 2022 Administrator 0

Introduction: This is the story of the heroic action of New York City (NYC) police officer, Patrolman Peter Hart, who was a veteran soldier, and […]

The Short-lived Uniform Button Known as the “Murphy Button”

August 4, 2018 Administrator 0

Introduction On January 1, 1898, the Consolidation Act took effect and gave New York City (NYC) control of the various towns, villages, cities and other […]

The History of Policing on Brooklyn’s Coney Island

July 19, 2018 Administrator 0

In April 2018, a well-known and long-established badge collector contacted NYPDHistory and requested that research be conducted regarding several police shields in his collection. After […]

What’s the Deal With;” The Legendary Career of Maximillian F. Schmittberger – Part 2 of 2 – “The Bright Side”

May 24, 2018 Administrator 0

“That men may rise on stepping-stones of their dead selves to higher things.”  – Unknown Poet’s “Truth” Introduction Part 1 of this two part article […]

What’s the Deal With; The “Genesis” of the NYPD’s Police Chaplains

April 26, 2018 Administrator 0

Background Police Commissioner (PC) Theodore A. Bingham, also known and referred to as “General Bingham,” served as PC of the Police Department of the City […]

1948 – A Night on the Beat with Patrolman James W. Murphy, 23rd Precinct

March 31, 2018 Administrator 0

Originally printed on June 21, 1948 by LIFE Magazine This article takes you through a tour with Ptl. Murphy,             […]

What’s the Deal?; Freemasonry & the PDNY; The Police Square Club of the City of New York

February 24, 2018 Administrator 0

Many notable police officers and officials of thePolice Department of the City of New York (NYPD) were Freemasons. This post will serve as a starting […]

“What’s the Deal With;” The Legendary Career of Maximillian F. Schmittberger – Part 1 of 2 – “The Dark Side”

January 21, 2018 Administrator 0

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 […]

Detective John E. Roberts – A “Negro” Detective’s Heroic, Historic Career

September 30, 2017 Administrator 0

In the history of policing in the City of New York there have been countless men and women whose acts of bravery and valor have […]

“Everybody Loves a Parade!” A Snapshot of the Tradition of Annual Police Parades in NYC – The 1901 Parade

July 21, 2017 Administrator 0

The Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY) had a long tradition of holding annual parades. The purpose of the parades was two-fold. […]

The Early History of Police Aviation in New York City – Part 2

July 12, 2017 Administrator 0

Click here to read Part 1 of this multi-part essay then return to this article. The War in Europe; National Defense Preparedness Drove Change As […]

“What’s the Deal With:” The Rich History of the NYPD’s “Lost” 13th Precinct Station-houses in Today’s NYPD 7th Precinct

July 8, 2017 Administrator 0

Introduction: There are dozens of “lost” police precinct station-houses throughout the five boroughs that comprise today’s Greater City of New York. The term “lost,” in […]

The Early History of Police Aviation in New York City – Part 1

June 24, 2017 Administrator 0

Introduction Prior to the Great War (1914-1918) the Police Department of the City of New York (PDNYC) adopted, for only a decade, the use of […]

A Nineteenth Century Police Captain’s Rise and Fall; Captain Edward Carpenter

May 13, 2017 Administrator 0

Edward Carpenter’s career in the post-Civil War Police Department of the City of New York is one of many examples in a study of an […]

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 […]

April 14, 1972 – The Harlem Muslim Mosque Incident – Justice for Ptl. Cardillo Pending to this Day!

March 22, 2017 Administrator 0

The original purpose of this short post was to provide a link to the official Police Department of the City of New York (PDNY) “Report […]

1922 Astoria, Queens Precinct – Illegal Alcohol Still Seizure

February 9, 2017 Administrator 0

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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