Allan Pinkerton
Detective and spy agency founder
Born
1819
206 years ago
Died
July 1st, 1884
140 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A Scottish-American detective and spy, established the Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1850. Played a significant role in intelligence gathering during the American Civil War, providing information to the Union Army. Contributed to the early formation of detective work and private security in the United States. Developed a reputation for conducting undercover operations and capturing criminals, and was instrumental in pursuing outlaws, including the McCarthy gang.
Founded the Pinkerton National Detective Agency
Provided intelligence for the Union Army during the Civil War
Pursued the Jesse James gang
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