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The New York City Police Department has a long and illustrious history, but policing in New York City has not been limited to the NYPD. Throughout the history of the City there have been many lesser known, obsolete departments that contributed to the safety of the citizenry. One such Department was the Brooklyn Bridge Police Department. That's right! For a brief period in New York City's history the Brooklyn Bridge had its own police force. Th...

The New York City Police Department came into existence in 1845, but New York City has been around for hundreds of years before the NYPD's birth. When Henry Hudson sailed into New York Harbor in 1609 he didn't bring a police force with him, so who policed the city in those early years? This book takes an in depth look at the men protecting the citizens of New York from 1609 to 1845.

In today's fast-paced world, the Modern Homestead Garden stands as a beacon of sustainable living, seamlessly blending the charm of traditional homesteading with contemporary convenience. Nestled in the backyards of urban dwellers and sprawling across rural landscapes, this innovative gardening approach redefines self-sufficiency for the modern era. The Modern Homestead Garden goes beyond the conventional concept of gardening. Embracing eco-...

Robert Henry captures actual comments from students' lives over his decades of teaching to show what life is really like in the classroom for teachers and for students. Now That's Why I Got Into Teaching reminds educators of how they touch lives in what sometimes seems like a thankless job. Some teachers think this book should be required reading for anyone going into education as it is both poignant and light-hearted and focuses 100% of the s...

Being a cop in New York City can be challenging. Being a cop in the NYC subway can be disheartening. The daily environment of the transit cop - the dirt, grime, urine, graffiti, homeless, crowds, noise, and crime is enough to stifle anyone's spirit. Throw in a hefty helping of inept leadership, ridiculous summons and arrest quotas, problems at home, and an unappreciative public and it's no wonder that some cops fall prey to cynicism, apathy an...

If the borough of Brooklyn were a city on its own, it would be the fourth largest in the United States by population. More than 2.5 million people currently call Brooklyn home. Whether you love it or hate it, people usually have strong feelings about Brooklyn and the people who live there. Back in the 19th century Brooklyn was a city, distinct and separate from New York City, with its own government and services, including a police department....

Do you want to know everything about Data science? This guidebook is going to provide you with all of the information that you need to learn more about data science, what this process is all about, and how you can use the Python language to put it all to work for you ! Even if you have no idea how to program or any idea of what to do with all of that data you have been collecting, this guidebook will give you all of the tools you need to ...

Are you planning to use a Cricut machine for your scrapbook but don't know how to get started? Or, you're trying to act as you know but failed to make use of most of its features? If yes, this is the right book for you! Nowadays, the Cricut machine is a crafter's must-to-have. This craft plotter or cutting machine is used to create and cut projects- be it for home decor, parties, apparel, and more. It seems like a desktop printer...

Do you want to know everything about Data science? This guidebook is going to provide you with all of the information that you need to learn more about data science, what this process is all about, and how you can use the Python language to put it all to work for you ! Even if you have no idea how to program or any idea of what to do with all of that data you have been collecting, this guidebook will give you all of the tools you need to ...

Do you want to know everything about Data science? This guidebook is going to provide you with all of the information that you need to learn more about data science, what this process is all about, and how you can use the Python language to put it all to work for you ! Even if you have no idea how to program or any idea of what to do with all of that data you have been collecting, this guidebook will give you all of the tools you need to ...

Are you planning to use a Cricut machine for your scrapbook but don't know how to get started? Or, you're trying to act as you know but failed to make use of most of its features? If yes, this is the right book for you! Nowadays, the Cricut machine is a crafter's must-to-have. This craft plotter or cutting machine is used to create and cut projects- be it for home decor, parties, apparel, and more. It seems like a desktop printer...

Do you want to know everything about Data science? This guidebook is going to provide you with all of the information that you need to learn more about data science, what this process is all about, and how you can use the Python language to put it all to work for you ! Even if you have no idea how to program or any idea of what to do with all of that data you have been collecting, this guidebook will give you all of the tools you need to ...

Today, residents of the Borough of Queens are fortunate enough to be protected by the New York City Police Department - but that wasn't always the case. There was a time when Queens County was not a part of New York City, and the towns and villages provided their own law enforcement through an assortment of constables, marshals, special officers, and watchmen. What happened to these Queens lawmen when the county was pulled into the Greater Cit...

Everyone has a gift. For some the gift is intellectual, and for others it involves physical skills. For young private eye Finn Delaney, his gift seems to be a knack for stumbling into murder, mayhem, and international intrigue. In the third installment of the series, Finn again takes us on a thrill packed, often times humorous ride, through the Streets of New York City, which have become the flash point for an international incident that only ...

Hot dogs, amusement parks, tourists, freaks... Coney Island is a true slice of New York City life. Along with the crowds enjoying fun in the sun, however, will always be a small element of those intent on ruining the good times through criminal and anti-social behavior. Accordingly, a strong police presence is imperative to allow people to enjoy the events and attractions of Coney Island safely. The New York City Police Department does a fanta...

It was on Christmas Day, 1830, that Nicholas Darrell stood upon the platform of the "Best Friend of Charleston, " and operated the first mechanical passenger train carrying 141 passengers along 6-miles of track at the break neck speed of 20 miles per hour. That trip marked the birth of the modern railroad industry and Nicholas Darrell became a pioneer railroader. Since that Christmas journey the railroad has become an American institution with...

This is the story of one of the more fabled occupations in America - the railroad conductor. This book traces the origin of the railroad and the occupation as well as the conductor as a subject of folklore and the media. Additionally, the pathways to a career as a conductor are fully explored.

Police in New York City face danger around every corner - even from a 17th century curse? Chris Bennington had a dream to become a police officer. That dream quickly became a nightmare when Chris seemed to fall victim to the curse of a condemned witch in colonial New York. Is Chris the victim of this generational curse that preys on police officers in New York City or is he simply a delusional young man? Psychiatrist Kyra Thomas has unwillingl...

The Brooklyn Sleuth takes you on a riveting journey into the 19th century through the captivating career of George Zundt, the greatest detective in the old Brooklyn Police Department. As you delve into the pages of this gripping narrative, you'll accompany Zundt on his most iconic cases, facing off against ruthless mobsters, solving puzzling mysteries, and challenging corrupt power structures. With each chapter, the atmosphere of 19th century ...

In the Spring of 1849, an accountant's assistant in Chicago sign on for an adventure as a part owner of a farm in the western Kansas territory. The plan doesn't come together exactly as he imagined and he finds himself fleeing for his life toward the Rocky Mountains along the Santa Fe Trail. As he struggles to survive, he finds that the key is to do what others won't do.