Policing Collection

Police evidence bags for illegal drugs
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Police / Watchmen
A night watchman on his rounds. At the time, the night watchmen were the only public policing body in London

A police car speeding through the streets of London
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Night Watchman, London
A night watchman patrols the London streets accompanied by his dog and carrying his lamp and bell. At the time, this was the only public policing body in London

The inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving)
3733707 The inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel)

Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving)
3733705 Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850) a British statesman, former Prime Minister

The inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving)
3733710 The inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the inauguration of a statue of Sir Robert Peel)

'Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station; A Deserter, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station; A Deserter, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

New York Police Department car, NYPD, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
USA, New York City, Manhattan, New York Police Department car, NYPD

Epsom Policemen in the 1860s
A group of officers from the Epsom Police Force in the 1860s. Date: 1860s

The Police of the World (chromolitho)
2795518 The Police of the World (chromolitho) by Lambert, George (fl.c.1897); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Police of the World. Illustration for The Boys Own Paper.); © Look and Learn

Police Lantern and Club, 1938. Creator: Alexander Anderson
Police Lantern and Club, 1938

The occupation of the Ruhr (colour litho)
2809172 The occupation of the Ruhr (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The occupation of the Ruhr)

"The pilfered yield no pelf"(litho)
2780474 " The pilfered yield no pelf" (litho) by Munns, Bernard (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The pilfered yield no pelf." Illustration for Mysteries of Police)

Jean-Baptiste Troppmann (engraving)
2780469 Jean-Baptiste Troppmann (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean-Baptiste Troppmann)

The slaying of Sir Charles Pym (engraving)
2780462 The slaying of Sir Charles Pym (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The slaying of Sir Charles Pym)

Capture of Lord and Lady Muncaster by Greek Brigands (engraving)
2780448 Capture of Lord and Lady Muncaster by Greek Brigands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Lord and Lady Muncaster by Greek Brigands)

Morgan the bushranger enjoying a musical treat (litho)
2780447 Morgan the bushranger enjoying a musical treat (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Morgan the bushranger enjoying a musical treat)

The Belman of London, 1608 (woodcut)
XJF100255 The Belman of London, 1608 (woodcut) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page of a tract by Thomas Dekker (c.1570-c.1641)

Police dog handler and dog, Camborne, Cornwall
A police dog handler training a young Alsatian dog in a field at Camborne in Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Newgate Prison, before its demolition (b / w photo)
2795082 Newgate Prison, before its demolition (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newgate Prison, before its demolition)

Sir Robert Peel, British politician and twice Prime Minister (colour litho)
3639520 Sir Robert Peel, British politician and twice Prime Minister (colour litho) by Baxter, George (1804-67) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850)

British Navy under White Ensign in Mediterranean, WW2
British Navy under the White Ensign policing the Mediterranean, January 1941, Second World War. 1941

Londons night watchmen 1616
A night watchman from Dekker on his rounds. At the time, the night watchmen were the only public policing body in London. Date: 1616

An Exact Representation of Maclaine the Highwayman robbing Lord Eglington on Hounslow Heath on 26 June 1750 (engraving)
2780456 An Exact Representation of Maclaine the Highwayman robbing Lord Eglington on Hounslow Heath on 26 June 1750 (engraving) by English School

The trial of Deeming, Miss Rounsville giving evidence (engraving)
2780465 The trial of Deeming, Miss Rounsville giving evidence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The trial of Deeming, Miss Rounsville giving evidence)

A calm and happy Christmas (chromolitho)
3656863 A calm and happy Christmas (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A calm and happy Christmas)

Claude Duval dancing a Coranto (engraving)
2780461 Claude Duval dancing a Coranto (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude Duval dancing a Coranto)

Dick Turpin in his cave (engraving)
2780459 Dick Turpin in his cave (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dick Turpin in his cave)

The morgue in 1850 (engraving)
2780443 The morgue in 1850 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The morgue in 1850)

"Shot one officer, who still held bravely on"(engraving)
2780440 " Shot one officer, who still held bravely on" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Shot one officer)

The Night Watch (colour litho)
960923 The Night Watch (colour litho) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Night Watch, with an illustration of policemen walking beside railings)

Neighborhood Policeman on His Beat, 1938 (colour litho)
3036055 Neighborhood Policeman on His Beat, 1938 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a policeman whistling while walking his neighborhood beat;)

Belgian Officer tries to stop Leopold II stealing money and a peasant stealing food, 1904
3666858 Belgian Officer tries to stop Leopold II stealing money and a peasant stealing food, 1904. (litho) by Ostoya, Georges d (Dochinsky or Sochinsky) (1878-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Guildhall Police Court (b / w photo)
2780473 The Guildhall Police Court (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Guildhall Police Court)

The Portuguese invading the New Exchange the second time (engraving)
2780464 The Portuguese invading the New Exchange the second time (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mrs Wadsworth and the priest (engraving)
2780463 Mrs Wadsworth and the priest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Wadsworth and the priest)

Walking the plank in ancient times (engraving)
2780453 Walking the plank in ancient times (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walking the plank in ancient times)

The Policeman (colour litho)
732466 The Policeman (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Policeman, with a policeman escorting a young boy over a road)

Punch cartoon: A Sympathetic Soul - policing the London slums (engraving)
6034870 Punch cartoon: A Sympathetic Soul - policing the London slums (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

O per se O, or A New Cryer of Lanthorne and Candle-Light, 1612 (woodcut)
XJF110523 O per se O, or A New Cryer of Lanthorne and Candle-Light, 1612 (woodcut) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women strikers, ready to confront the men in the mines, 1891 (colour litho)
SLS251310 Women strikers, ready to confront the men in the mines, 1891 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

Houseless and Hungry, 1869 (engraving)
5320755 Houseless and Hungry, 1869 (engraving) by Fildes, Samuel Luke (1844-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Graphic, 4 December 1869)

On the Head-Waters--Burgess Finding a Ford, ca. 1893. Creator: Frederic Remington
On the Head-Waters--Burgess Finding a Ford, ca. 1893. Government scout Felix Burgess on an expedition in Yellowstone parks backcounty in search of animal poachers

Night watch patrolling the streets of Paris, France
The night watch patrolling the dark streets of Paris, France. Date: 17th century

England, Surrey, Oxted
Transport, Road, Police Road Closed

England, Kent, Tunbridge Wells
Transport, Road, Traffic, Mobile speed camera monitoring cars passing through bus only restricted zone

Climate, Weather, Storms
Transport, Road, Cars, Tree blocking carriageway after storm

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"Policing: Safeguarding Communities, Upholding Justice" From the police evidence bags filled with illegal drugs to the watchful eyes of dedicated police officers and border patrol agents, policing is an essential pillar of maintaining law and order. At the U. S. /Mexico border, a United States Border Patrol agent proudly displays their patch, symbolizing their commitment to securing our borders. In the heart of London, a night watchman diligently patrols the streets, ensuring safety during dark hours. Meanwhile, Cumbria Police in the UK seize an illegal weapon as they strive to protect their community from potential harm. The bustling streets of London witness a police car speeding through its maze-like roads; a testament to swift response times when emergencies arise. Reflecting back on history, Epsom Policemen in the 1860s stood tall in their uniforms as they carried out their duties with honor and integrity. Across continents lies New York City's iconic New York Police Department car - NYPD - serving as a symbol of protection for Manhattan's residents. In Old London Characters' tales, Charley emerges as an aged parish constable who upholds justice amidst adversity. Delving into engravings that depict historical events brings forth stories like Bichel and his magic mirror or Mrs Glass and her daughter pleading for mercy on bended knees. These narratives remind us that policing extends beyond mere enforcement; it encompasses compassion and empathy towards those affected by crime. Notorious cases such as Eugene Aram's murder highlight how diligent investigation work plays a pivotal role in bringing criminals to justice. Policing serves not only as guardians but also seekers of truth within society. Policing stands at society's forefront against criminality while striving for fairness and equality under the law, and is through these dedicated men and women that communities find solace knowing that someone is watching over them – preserving peace one day at a time.