A Dog Named King
A Dog Named King by Andrew C Revering is a biography that chronicles the life of Anoka, Minnesota’s first police dog, King, who made a significant impact in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metropolitan Area during the 1960s. Published by Andrew C. Revering on August 4, 2020, this edition spans 140 pages and is presented in English. The book details King’s contributions to law enforcement, highlighting his role in the establishment of police dog units across five states and his recognition through various awards for his criminal apprehensions.
Readers will discover the remarkable story of King, who was celebrated for his effectiveness in police work and affectionately referred to as the Rin Tin Tin of the Anoka Police Department. The narrative also covers the legacy he left behind, including the naming of King Memorial Park in his honor and his induction into the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington, D.C. This book provides insights into the intersection of law enforcement and the bond between humans and their canine partners, making it a noteworthy addition to the subjects of biography, law enforcement, and true crime.
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Anoka Minnesota Police Dog King was the first police dog to be use effectively in the Minneapolis/St.Paul Metropolitan Area in the 1960’s. His success led to the development of police dog units in a five state area surrounding Minnesota. He received numerous awards for his criminal apprehensions, and a local newspaper reporter referred to him as the Rin Tin Tin of the Anoka Police Department. Upon his death the City of Anoka named a park after him(King Memorial Park), and a lifesize was placed there in his honor. In 2018 he was inducted as an honoree in the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington DC.
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