He joined Hertfordshire Constabulary in 1937 and following the outbreak of WW2 enlisted in the Durham Light Infantry, rising to the rank of Major. After being demobilised he re-joined Hertfordshire Constabulary and retired in 1969 as a Chief Superintendent.
Read more Thomas Oliver preferred to be known as John or Jack joined the Army after the outbreak of WW1 aged 16 years. Whilst serving with the Lancashire Fusiliers he was awarded a Military Medal. Surviving the war he joined the Hertfordshire Constabulary becoming one of the last Mounted Police Officers. He served for 38 years the last 21 at High Wych.
Read more Twenty-seven Police Officers who volunteered but were never mobilised.
Read more A thief is taken to Cheshunt Petty Sessions and given hard labour
Read more George M. Barton (21) , a grocer's assistant , of no fixed abode , was charged with stealing an attaché case and its contents.
Read more Motor-cycle club disturbing the peace
Read more Herts Police Old Comrades Reunion Dinner In London
Read more The Hertford Borough Sessions were held on Thursday before the Mayor (Alderman A. P. Ginn ), Alderman W. Graveson, and Messrs A. S. Gilbertson and W. Burgess.
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