From Publishers Weekly
The history of the U.S. Marshals Service, the civilian enforcement arm of the federal government since 1789, is, in essence, the story of constitutional government in our country. In the early days, U.S. Marshals were the only national civilian police power; they have been on the scene in nearly every major event, from the Whiskey Rebellion to the second battle of Wounded Knee. Marshals fought in the moonshine wars, protected the U.S.-Mexican border, escorted black students at Southern universities to enforce desegregation. Even with the addition of specialized federal enforcement agencies, the Marshals retain their authority. This volume by Service historian Calhoun ( Power and Principle: Armed Intervention in Wilsonian Foreign Policy ) will be of special interest to students of government and the judiciary. Illustrations .
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
YA-- The story of constitutional implementation--its successes and failures. Through their struggles to enforce constitutional law, marshals have had a part in most major events in America's past. This source provides an in-depth history of the Office of U. S. Marshals and the changes it has endured.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
