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MSP - History Photo 2History of the Michigan State Police
The Michigan Department of State Police began as a temporary, wartime emergency force for the purpose of domestic security during World War I.

Fallen Michigan State Police Officers
In Honor of Those Who Have Fallen PDF icon

THE FIRST 75 YEARS: PEOPLE AND PLACES 1917 - 1992
Early on, the department's 75th Anniversary Committee planned to compile a small tourist information booklet on the Michigan State Police posts. As with many good ideas, this plan evolved and grew over time. Many active and retired members of the department suggested an expansion of the project to include historical information about the various posts, districts, and divisions. This concise, pictorial history is the result.
Michigan State Troops Barracks - 1917 and MSP Headquarters PDF icon
Early Patrol Methods PDF icon
History of the Michigan Department of State Police PDF icon
District and Post Locations Map - 1938 PDF icon
District and Post Locations Map - 1992 PDF icon
First District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Second District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Third District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Fourth District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Fifth District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Sixth District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Seventh District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Eighth District Headquarters and Posts PDF icon
Training Building - Headquarters: Present Training Academy-Secondary Complex, Headquarters Building PDF icon
Bureau and Division History PDF icon

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