Stuff You Should Know The Pinkerton Detective Agency
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Apr 3, 2025 Unravel the complex legacy of the iconic Pinkerton Detective Agency. Discover how they played a crucial role in significant moments like thwarting an assassination against Abraham Lincoln. Explore the agency's transformation from a supporter of labor movements to a corporate enforcer, impacting American history. Intriguing tales of female detective Kate Warren shed light on evolving gender roles in law enforcement. Plus, delve into the agency's encounters with notorious outlaws like the James Gang.
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Pinkerton's Start in Law Enforcement
- Allan Pinkerton, a cooper, discovered a counterfeiter hideout.
- This led to him becoming a deputy sheriff, known for his honesty and crime-solving intuition.
Pinkerton's Abolitionist Efforts
- Pinkerton, an abolitionist, aided John Brown in freeing enslaved people.
- He funded their train ride to Detroit and eventual freedom in Canada.
Foiling Lincoln's Assassination
- Pinkerton foiled an assassination plot against Lincoln.
- He disguised Lincoln and escorted him safely to Washington, leading to the "We Never Sleep" slogan.