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9780898755831
As described in the sub-title: "The Authors Introduction to the Leading Men at Washington, With the Origin and Organization of the United States Secret Service Bureau, and a Graphic History of Rich and Exciting Experiences, North and South. Perilous Adventures, Hairbreadth Escapes, and Valuable Services of the Detective Police." Much on the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, and the subsequent pursuit and capture of John Wilkes Booth.General Baker was the first "Chief of the Bureau".Baker, Lafayette C. is the author of 'United States Secret Service in the Late War', published 2001 under ISBN 9780898755831 and ISBN 0898755832.
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