A buying History of The Lothian and Borders Police

A History of The Lothian and Borders Police

T.W. Archibald, FSA Scot.

ISBN 0-95-16119-0-9

Large size book

This is a definitive work within the field of the history of Scottish Law Enforcement, being a meticulous account of the origins of the Lothian and Borders Police force from the days of the Edinburgh Town Guard in the 17th century through to the early 1980's. The writer, the late Tom Archibald, was a well known and highly regarded dealer in Numismatics and Militaria who operated a collectables shop in Edinburgh's Causewayside Street, almost directly opposite the old 'B' Division (Sciennes) Police Station. He was a long serving Special Constable and also Chairman of the Lothian and Borders Special Constabulary Association. His extensive research abilities and his access to privately sourced material that was not generally available allied with his great knowledge of the topic, combined with his close involvement with latter-day Police procedures and practices, lends this significant work great authenticity and credibility. The book contains detailed and attributable historical information, stories of famous crimes and incidents, plus the inclusion of an incredible array of good quality photographs of uniforms, vehicles and equipment in use at various times during the force's history. The appendices include a complete alphabetical listing of all Police Long Service Medal holders in both the Regular and Special Service. This book is an essential reference work for the collector of Police equipment, uniforms, badges and medals whilst also is of equal value to the historian and researcher.

Hardback, as new condition. Clean, tight. Dustjacket not damaged.



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