LOCAL · CA · 1950-1966
William H. Parker
Police Chief · Los Angeles · California
NOTABLE
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"Dragnet" Chief inspiration; modernized LAPD; Watts riots 1965
Background
William H. Parker (—) was California's Police Chief · Los Angeles of Los Angeles 1950–1966 (16 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after William A. Worton; succeeded by Thad Brown. Note: "Dragnet" Chief inspiration; modernized LAPD; Watts riots 1965. Same-year political environment (1950): Governor Earl Warren.
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Others who held this office in California
- Willie Williams (1992-1997)
- Daryl Gates (1978-1992)
- Edward M. Davis (1969-1978)
- Tom Reddin (1967-1969)
- Thad Brown (1966-1966)
- William A. Worton (1949-1950)
- Clemence B. Horrall (1941-1949)