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PRIX REDUITS Par BERK JOE From Pittsburgh's adoption of motorcycles for police use in 1909 to Gen. John J. 'Black Jack' Pershing's two-wheeled pursuit of Pancho Villa into Mexican territory in 1916 to the U.S. and German deployment of motorcycles in both words wars, this book tells the fascinating tale of these magnificent machines from their 20th century beginnings to their current use by police departments and militaries throughout the world. Joseph Berk explores the history of motorcycles manufacture by Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, BMW and others, from marketing strategy to product evolution. In addition, he gives the reader an exclusive inside look at how specific police departments from Atlanta to Los Angeles determine which make and model to adopt, complete with critiques of the 'Big Three' police models used in the United States from officers who have put them to the test. Berk's detailed look at the intensive 10-day training program LAPD motor officers undergo is a testament to the carefully honed, specialized skills motor officers bring to their work, and lively discussions with individual officers about how they put their machines to work on the streets on a day-to-day basis offer a unique personalized perspective. Texte en anglais
104 pages
Format : 21 x 27
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