The Royal Botanic Gardens Constabulary
The Royal Botanic Gardens Constabulary was established in 1845. The constables were either part-time gardeners or Crimean War pensioners. By 1859 the service officially comprised one policeman, three unifromed constables and two gatekeepers... Read more
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Date: 12th February 2015
Credit: Copyright RBG Kew
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The Royal Botanic Gardens Constabulary
The Royal Botanic Gardens Constabulary was established in 1845. The constables were either part-time gardeners or Crimean War pensioners. By 1859 the service officially comprised one policeman, three unifromed constables and two gatekeepers. William Thiselton Dyer is the white-haired officer carrying can in the centre; Director of Kew from 1885-1905
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