Role Of Beat Constable 💗 Flashcards
1
Q
What did police wear?
A
Woollen trousers
Deep blue jacket
2
Q
Why did they wear uniform?
A
To stand out from the crowd and be seen
3
Q
Name 3 items policemen had to carry
A
- Truncheon to defend under attack
- Handcuffs to arrest unwilling citizens
- Lanterns to keep warm and see in the dark
4
Q
When were helmets introduced?
A
1863
5
Q
What did constables have to rely on?
A
An area and the beat
6
Q
What did constables not have then that constables have now?
A
Didn’t have radio communication or technology
