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The Evolution of the Pinkerton Detective Agency
This chapter traces the transformation of the Pinkerton Detective Agency from revered detectives to controversial security guards, detailing their involvement in protecting corporations during labor strikes. It explores the shift in public perception from respected heroes to viewed as thugs, leading to congressional investigations and the passing of the Anti-Pinkerton Act. The chapter also examines the Pinkertons' changing roles, rivalry with the FBI, and their modern-day presence under the ownership of Securitas.
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