Sketch Of The History Of The High Constables Of Edinburgh With Notes On The Early Watching, Cleaning, And Other Police Arrangements Of The City (1865)

""Sketch of the History of the High Constables of Edinburgh: With Notes on the Early Watching, Cleaning, and Other Police Arrangements of the City"" is a historical book written by James David Marwick in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the high constables of Edinburgh, one of the oldest police forces in Scotland, and their role in maintaining law and order in the city. Marwick also delves into the early policing arrangements of Edinburgh, including the city's watchmen and cleaning services. The book offers a detailed account of the development of the city's police force, from its inception in the 17th century to its evolution into a modern police force. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of policing in Scotland and the development of law and order in Edinburgh.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.