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Mar 3, 2023 inhistory

New York City Police Commissioner Teddy Roosevelt (1896). In his 2 year term, he established the entrance examination and mandatory firearms training. He was famous for his late night surprise visits to officers on the beat, reprimanding those who were sleeping, drunk, or not on the job.

New York City Police Commissioner Teddy Roosevelt (1896). In his 2 year term, he established the entrance examination and mandatory firearms training. He was famous for his late night surprise visits to officers on the beat, reprimanding those who were sleeping, drunk, or not on the job.

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