Official Launch Of 135th Anniversary Police Book
The Bermuda Police Service officially launched their 135th Anniversary Police Book today [June 5], which provides a photographic journal of their history.
Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva said, “The Bermuda Police Force was created by an Act of Parliament on 1st October 1879. We celebrated our 135th anniversary during Police Week 2014 with a host of activities that acknowledged the combined efforts of our government, community and international partners. We honoured our island’s seniors as well as our students, and we hosted the remarkable band of the Royal Bahamas Police Force.
“This book commemorates those celebrations by providing a photographic journal of our history, one in which I am extremely proud to play a small part. It goes without saying that a lot has changed over the years including our name, structure, budgets, technology, equipment, and vehicles. Not to mention our membership: countless names and faces have come and gone, leaving behind fond memories and a rich history. Given the nature of our small community, everyone in Bermuda is likely to have a friend or relative captured somewhere amongst the photos in the book.
“But while there have been significant changes, some things in policing are timeless. Like our commitment to serving the public, preserving the peace and helping to build safe and strong neighbourhoods. Community policing and partnerships, by whatever name, remains the cornerstone of how we do our work. Our ranks have increased from 10 full-time men in 1879 to the men and women today that make up 432 police officers, 87 civilian support staff, 85 reserve police officers and 13 police cadets.
“I would like to recognise Chief Inspector Calvin Smith for his vision to commemorate our 135th anniversary with this book along with a special coin that was commissioned with the Royal Mint. Mr. Smith was assisted by tireless efforts from three of our retired colleagues: Superintendent Andrew Birmingham, Chief Inspector Roger Sherratt, Sergeant Alex MacDonald and Sergeant Chris Wilcox.
“It is my privilege to be the Commissioner of the Bermuda Police Service, particularly at this point of our distinguished history, and to be known as “Chapter 19.” And it is my distinct pleasure to present this special book as Editor-in-Chief. It is available for purchase by the public and I hope everyone enjoys it as much as we enjoyed putting it together. It certainly promises to deliver an interesting, informative, and nostalgic walk down memory lane for anyone who has ever known anyone in the police service.”
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