Recollections Of A New York Chief Of Police (1887)

Recollections Of A New York Chief Of Police is a memoir written by George Washington Walling, who served as the Chief of Police in New York during the late 19th century. Published in 1887, the book chronicles Walling's experiences and observations during his tenure as the head of the police force in one of the largest cities in the world.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Walling's career, including his early years as a police officer, his rise through the ranks, and his efforts to reform the police department. Walling also provides detailed accounts of some of the most notorious crimes that occurred during his time as Chief of Police, including the assassination of President Garfield and the Haymarket Riot.Throughout the book, Walling offers insights into the inner workings of the police department, including its organizational structure, training methods, and methods of investigation. He also discusses the challenges that he faced as Chief of Police, including corruption and political interference.Recollections Of A New York Chief Of Police is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of law enforcement in one of the most important cities in the world during the late 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of policing in a rapidly changing urban environment, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most important law enforcement officials.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.