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The History of Policing in the United States

Horseback patrols, particularly effective against strikers and demonstrators, and new, improved, longer nightsticks became standard issue. Three compelling issues faced early American police departments: (1) should police be uniformed; (2) should they carry firearms; and (3) how much force could they use to carry out their duties.

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