Inside the birth of federal crime fighting
This book takes you behind the scenes of the early U.S. Department of Justice to show how a new kind of detective work was built. Learn how the Bureau of Investigation grew, the kinds of cases it tackled, and the training that shaped its agents.
Readers will discover the practical work of federal sleuths as they hunt bootleggers, smugglers, and others who challenged national law. The narrative blends historical context with the moments that defined a new, nationwide approach to crime fighting. It focuses on real methods and the people who practiced them, rather than fictional thrills alone.
Ideal for readers curious about the origins of federal crime fighting and the people who shaped it.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an anthology of true crime stories from the early 20th century, detailing the work of the United States Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation. It follows the exploits of special agent Billy Gard and his colleagues in bringing down notorious outlaws and corrupt officials who flouted the law. The book provides a fascinating insight into the inner workings of the FBI and its agents, highlighting their ingenuity and determination in the face of often overwhelming odds. Through a series of thrilling narratives, it not only captures the excitement of the chase but also illuminates how these agents played a crucial role in establishing the rule of law and shaping the nation's history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331551003_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331551003
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331551003
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 284 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25972975/2
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