Life Behind the Badge: The Spokane Police Department's Founding Years, 1881-1903

By Tony Bamonte and Suzanne Bamonte

History of early law enforcement in the city of Spokane, Washington, and how events during the department's first 22 years (the founding years) impacted the police department. It covers the major crimes, and the people involved, that took place during this time frame. It includes brief biographies on the police chiefs, other police officers, mayors and significant others who made noteworthy contributions to this aspect of the city's history. The book also provides a good piece of general Spokane history as the city grew from a rough frontier town to a thriving metropolis. Richly illustrated.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0974088196
• ISBN13: 9780974088198
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Tornado Creek Publications
• Length: 175 Pages
• Weight: 2.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.8" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 20 years and up