The History of the Decatur, Illinois Police Department: Volume 2 - Paperback

by Mark Barthelemy (Author)

This second volume of the History of the Decatur, IL Police Department, begins where the first volume ended. It details the evolution of law enforcement in a middle-sized Midwestern U.S. city at the turn of the 20th century. Go on foot beats with the patrolmen as they fight crime and deal with political interference from elected officials. This book is a must-read for Decatur, IL history-buffs, U.S. history fans and municipal police officers who are currently active or retired.