The Bombay City Police: A Historical Sketch, 1672-1916 by S. M. Edwardes

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Author Edwardes, S. M. (Stephen Meredyth), 1873-1927
LoC No. 24025542
Title The Bombay City Police: A Historical Sketch, 1672-1916
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Summary "The Bombay City Police: A Historical Sketch, 1672-1916" by S. M. Edwardes is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the evolution of the Bombay Police Force over nearly two and a half centuries, detailing the changes in its structure, organization, and the societal context within which it operated. The author draws upon his own experience as a former Commissioner of Police in Bombay, providing readers with an authoritative glimpse into the founding and development of policing in the city. At the start of the work, Edwardes sets the stage by outlining the origins of the Bombay Police during the late 17th century, notably under Governor Gerald Aungier’s administration. Aungier's establishment of an early militia tasked with crime prevention and civil protection is highlighted, as well as the challenges posed by various external threats and internal lawlessness that characterized the period. The opening chapters convey a sense of the tumultuous environment facing the police, detailing the militia system's complexities, the evolving nature of law enforcement, and the social dynamics at play, ultimately framing the police force as a critical element in the historical narrative of Bombay's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Police -- India -- Mumbai
Subject Crime -- India -- Mumbai
Category Text
EBook-No. 62798
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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