Publisher's Synopsis
The Philadelphia Police: Past and Present is a historical book written by Howard O. Sprogle in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Philadelphia Police Department from its inception to the time of writing. The author explores the evolution of the police force, the challenges it faced, and the notable events that shaped its development.The book begins with an overview of the early history of Philadelphia and the establishment of the first police force in the city. Sprogle then delves into the various reforms and changes that the department underwent over the years, including the creation of specialized units and the adoption of new technologies.The author also discusses the role of the police in some of the city's most significant events, such as the Civil War, the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, and the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1793. Sprogle provides detailed accounts of the actions taken by the police during these events and how they impacted the city and its citizens.The Philadelphia Police: Past and Present is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of law enforcement in the United States. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the development of one of the country's oldest police departments and the challenges faced by law enforcement officials in the past.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.
