Bucholz and the Detectives

Allan Pinkerton (1819–1884) was a Scottish-American detective and spy, best known for creating the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Pinkerton immigrated to the United States in 1842, settling in Chicago. Prior to his detective career, he was involved in various businesses, including barrel making, and was a staunch abolitionist. His journey into detective work began ...