Policing America's Early Cities (jan 1, 1658 – jan 1, 1918)

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In 1658, paid watchmen were hired by the city of New York to replace drafted citizens.

By 1693, the first uniformed officer was employed by the city.

In 1731, the first neighborhood station, or precinct, was constructed.

In 1829, American leaders watched closely as Sir Robert Peel created London's new police. One year later, Stephen Girand donated a considerable amount of money to the city of Philadelphia to create a capable police force.

In 1844, New York's separate day and night forces were combined into the New York Police Department. Boston followed 11 years later.

In 1910, Alice Stebbins became the first policewoman in the world.

In 1918, Ellen O'Grady became the first woman to hold a high administrative post in a major police organization when she was promoted to deputy police commissioner for the city of New York.

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