Frank J. Anderson (Sept. 1, 1938 – Apr. 30, 2022). Frank Anderson grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he attended . He was… Read More »Frank J. Anderson
John J. Barton (June 23, 1906-May 4, 2004). The son of Irish immigrants Patrick and Nora Prendergast Barton, John J. Barton was born… Read More »John J. Barton
Richard I. Blankenbaker (Dec. 7, 1930-Nov. 18, 1988). Born in New Albany, Indiana, Richard Blankenbaker began his long career in the grocery business… Read More »Richard I. Blankenbaker
Civil Defense Previously an uncoordinated citizens’ movement, Civil Defense (CD) became part of the Department of Defense during . The Indiana General… Read More »Civil Defense
George V. Coffin (May 18, 1875-Apr. 10, 1938). A native of Jay County, Indiana, “Cap” Coffin was the son of William and Melinda… Read More »George V. Coffin
Department of Public Safety Part of the executive branch of Indianapolis-Marion County government, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) was one of six departments… Read More »Department of Public Safety
Albert G. Feeney (Nov. 12, 1892-Nov. 12, 1950). Albert G. Feeney attended St. John’s School (see ) and in Indianapolis, then went to… Read More »Albert G. Feeney
Indianapolis Fire Department The first recorded fire in Indianapolis in a newly built wooden tavern opposite the courthouse on Washington Street, on January… Read More »Indianapolis Fire Department
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Residents of early Indianapolis prided themselves on the orderliness of the community. The peace was kept with a town marshal,… Read More »Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
Marion County Sheriff The office of county sheriff is established by the Indiana Constitution. The first sheriff of Marion County, , was appointed… Read More »Marion County Sheriff
