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Allan PinkortonPrivate detective, head of the agency
Date of Birth: 25.08.1819
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Allan Pinkerton: America's First and Renowned Detective
- Founding the Pinkerton Detective Agency
- Role in the Civil War
- Literary Legacy
- Legacy and Successors
Allan Pinkerton: America's First and Renowned Detective
Early Life and CareerAllan Pinkerton, one of the pioneers and most renowned private detectives, was born on August 25, 1819, in Glasgow, to a Scottish police officer. In 1842, he immigrated to the United States and settled in a small town near Chicago, where he served as sheriff for several years.
Founding the Pinkerton Detective Agency
In 1850, Pinkerton established his private detective agency, primarily to combat train robberies. The Pinkerton Detective Agency gained prominence for solving numerous high-profile crimes of the era.
Role in the Civil War
During the Civil War, Allan Pinkerton emerged as a trusted aide to President Lincoln. He established the Secret Service Department and implemented a special corps of night patrolmen to bolster crime prevention.
Literary Legacy
Pinkerton authored over a dozen books, mostly detective memoirs. Among his most notable works are "Criminal Reminiscences" (1878), "The Spy of the Rebellion" (1883), and "Thirty Years a Detective" (1884).
Legacy and Successors
After Pinkerton's death in 1884, his sons took over the agency. Today, the Pinkerton Detective Agency remains one of the leading security and investigation firms in the United States.
