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Rare Photos of Columbus' First Mounted Police Unit

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Uncover a lost piece of Columbus history with newly digitized photos of the city's first mounted police unit from 1922. As cars filled the streets, officers on horseback remained the best way to control traffic. Funded by the Columbus Automobile Club, this unit had horses named after local leaders.

Aired: 01/29/25
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