Publisher's Synopsis
""The Romance of Moving Money: Brink's Incorporated"" by Forrest Crissey is a comprehensive account of the history and operations of Brink's Incorporated, a global logistics and security company that specializes in the transportation and storage of valuables such as cash, precious metals, and jewelry. The book traces the company's origins from its humble beginnings in 1859 as a horse-drawn carriage service to its current status as a major player in the security industry. Crissey provides a detailed exploration of the company's innovative security measures, including armored vehicles, electronic surveillance, and biometric identification systems. He also delves into the company's role in some of the most high-profile heists in history, such as the Great Train Robbery of 1963 and the Lufthansa heist of 1978. In addition to its focus on the company's history and operations, ""The Romance of Moving Money"" also features profiles of some of the key figures in Brink's history, including founder Perry Brink and former CEO Michael Dan. The book is a fascinating look at the world of high-stakes security and the people who make it possible.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.
