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US Secret Service
The US Secret Service is the federal law enforcement agency tasked with protecting the President, Vice President, candidates for both offices, and foreign dignitaries. Secret Service agents are also responsible for the security of the nation's currency from counterfeiting and credit card fraud.
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The US Secret Service was initially created in 1865 to fight the widespread counterfeiting of US currency. It did not begin its protective role until the assassination of President McKinley in 1901.
Ironically, the approval of the service was one of the last official acts of President Abraham Lincoln, on April 14, 1865. Lincoln was shot that evening at Ford's theater, his single police bodyguard having left him unprotected.
On March 1, 2003, the Secret Service became part of the Department of Homeland Security.
When was Secret Service of the Imperial Court created?
Secret Service of the Imperial Court was created on 1984-10-19.
Does the presidents secret service have to take a bullet for the president?
Secret service agents are trained to take a bullet for the President if necessary.
Where can a list of us army generals be found?
Is there a Dennis Fredrickson Larsen, He states he is an Army General
Are the Secret Service and Coast Guard under the Defense Department?
I know the Secret Service is under the department of homeland security, and I am pretty sure the CG is there also
What actors and actresses appeared in Secret Service Secrets - 2012?
The cast of Untitled Secret Service Project - 2002 includes: Demore Barnes as Chuck Wynant Paul Blackthorne as Graham Davis Alexa Davalos as Eliza Randolph Matt Keeslar as Mike Pierce Nick Offerman as Joe Pendell Colleen Porch as Kelly Nathanson Jessica Steen as Maureen Gage
What does CAL9 PARA mean on an automatic pistol?
It means that it takes 9mm Parabellum ammunition also known as 9mm Luger and 9x19.
What is the best secret service?
ISI which is the Pakistani secret service can receive the title of best secret service in the world because of its operations and training and secrecy over time. Not a single agent has been caught, even on camera or defected from the service since it's creation in 1948.
But again this can be debatable.
Was steven seagal ever in the secret service or did he ever guard the president?
no he was only in the c.i.a before becoming an actor
What famous American was code-named Napoleon by the Secret Service?
Frank Sinatra was codenamed Napoleon.
What is the pro and cons of a secret service agent?
Some cons are long times away from home, very high pressure on you at all times, and very dangerous.
What is true about shooter profiles from the report of the Secret Service?
no single puofile fits the shooters
What wristwatch do secret service wear?
I don't think there is an "issued" watch, but they probably wear what most fits the environment and their specific job.
Some good tactical watches include Casio G-Shock, Luminox, and 5.11 Tactical.
Where do you find the serial numbers on a 32 cal smith-wesson secret service special?
S&W did not make a firearm with that name.
What education do you need to become a secret shopper?
Well you need to know how to deal with money, communication, and how to shop. Also you will need a car and a cell phone (Keep it cjarged at all time).
How long do US supreme court justices get secret service protection?
We do not provide protection for supreme court justices. They have supreme court police who takes care of that
Can Secret Service arrest people?
Yes. Agents working for secret service organisations such as the United State's CIA and the United Kingdoms MI6 have the legal power to arrest anybody on their home soil and potential threats (ie terrorists) overseas for the defence of their country.
Why is George W Bush's Secret Service Code Name Tumbler?
The secret service does not explain things like this. Some say that Tumbler is not the right code name. Some the code was given to him when his father was President and that it was similar to his father's code of Timberwolf and that code names are not selected for what they mean but for their sound. One person says that Tumbler is a character in Captain America comics . One person says that tumbler is a drinking glass and seemed appropriate for "W". Some think it is short for Texas Tumbleweed.
What does a secret service agent earn?
$250,000 a year, plus full benefits due to the fact that they basically risk their lives every day.
How long after the president is out of office will he receive secret service coverage?
Life protection is no longer given to former presidents. Starting with President Bush, when leaves office in January, he will receive protection for ten years. The law was changed in 2008.
For the rest of his life....
What is the age and value of an Iver Johnson 55-A target revolver serial H88374?
1970's, with value depending on condition and topping out at $175 or so. sales@countrygunsmith.net The first course of action to discern the value of a gun is to identify the make, model, manufacturing date, variation and condition. The book "Iver-Johnson Arms & Cycle Works Firearms 1871-1993" by W. Goforth, may help accomplish this. Then it's a simple matter of looking your gun up in one of the many firearm value books, such as the Blue Book of Gun Values, or the Standard Catalog of Firearms.
