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History In Blue: 160 Years Of Women Police, Sheriffs, Detectives, And State Troopers
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In 1893, Chicago'S Mayor Gave Marie Owens The Title Of Patrolman, Even Though She Had No Authority To Walk A Beat. She Did Women'S Work And Was A Patrolman In Name Only. Throughout Her 30 Years Of Service, She Was Never Allowed To Wear A Uniform.It Would Take Nearly A Century For Women To Be Able To Join The Police Ranks As Fullfledged Officers. Even Today, Women Comprise Just 15 Percent Of The Nation'S Nearly One Million Law Enforcement Officers.Spanning 160 Years, History In Blue Is The First Book To Tell The Riveting Story Of The Uphill Struggle For Respect And Recognition Sustained By Women In The Modern Police Force. Featuring Rare Photographs And Original Interviews With Pioneering Female Officers, This Fascinating Book Chronicles The Ongoing Fight For Equality In The World Of Law Enforcement.In This Vivid And Remarkable History, Allan T. Duffin Tells Of The Extraordinary Women Who Broke Down The Barriers Of Gender So That Theyand Many Generations Of Successorscould Do The Work They Loved Most.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'History in Blue'? A: 'History in Blue' chronicles the 160-year struggle for respect and recognition of women in law enforcement, featuring stories of pioneering female officers.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Allan T. Duffin.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'History in Blue' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages is the book? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: This used book is in good condition.
- Q: When was 'History in Blue' published? A: 'History in Blue' was published on February 2, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'History in Blue' is categorized under Historical Study & Educational Resources, making it suitable for educational use.
- Q: Does the book include photographs or interviews? A: Yes, the book features rare photographs and original interviews with pioneering female officers.
- Q: What is the edition of the book? A: This is the first edition of 'History in Blue'.
- Q: Why is this book important? A: 'History in Blue' is important as it highlights the ongoing fight for equality in law enforcement and the contributions of women in this field.