During the nineteenth century, unofficial bodyguards and watchmen protected the president. In 1842, an auxiliary guard was implemented, which slowly grew throughout the century to include doorkeepers who managed public access...

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Oct 20, 2015 · Following the United States’ entry into World War II, the Secret Service changed the White House grounds forever, banning casual visitors and setting up sentry boxes manned by agents and members of the White House police force.

Apr 4, 2011 · The White House police force was placed under United States Secret Service Uniformed Division in 1930. President Barack Obama addresses United States Secret Service Uniformed Division officers before a group photo...

On January 20, 1969, Richard Nixon was inaugurated as the thirty-seventh president of the United States. During his time in the White House (1969–74), President Nixon sought to unite a divided nation after the social, political, and cultural turbulence of the 1960s.

Dec 10, 2021 · The White House in Washington, D.C., was constructed to serve as the executive seat for the President of the United States. During the War of 1812, British troops burned the building but it was quickly rebuilt and re-occupied by 1817.

Under the protection of these acts, Leaguers investigated anyone they deemed a threat to the United States, including Americans who disagreed with current policies. The APL did not work in conjunction with the Secret Service, but assisted the president in investigating potential subversive agents.

The Commission of Fine Arts approved concepts for a new White House fence proposed by the National Park Service and the United States Secret Service. The proposed fence will be taller, stronger, and equipped with anti-climb and intrusion detection components.

Dec 1, 2022 · The act empowered President George Washington and his three appointed commissioners to develop the country’s new capital and manage construction of the White House, United States Capitol, and other federal buildings.

Jan 18, 2022 · In addition to performing at the afternoon event for Secret Service and Military Aides, she also performed later that evening for a White House staff Christmas party. Peggy Fleming has continued to represent the United States on the world stage in the years since her 1980 White House performance.