Kate Warne is known as America’s first female detective. A female detective was unheard of in 1856. Warne served with the Pinkerton Agency for 12 years.

Darien Library is presenting a one-hour talk about Warne by Mark Albertson from 3 to 4 p.m., today (Monday, March 22). This and other lectures in its online “Strong Women in History” series. On Monday, March 29, the series concludes with a lecture on Amelia Earhart.

— an announcement from Darien Library

Warne participated in numerous investigations and she taught and supervised other female operatives. She became superintendent of the Female Detective Bureau.

March is Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements they have accomplished over the course of American history.

Register for the Strong Women in History series

About the Presenter

Mark Albertson is the historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine and is a long-time member of the United States Naval Institute. In addition, Mark teaches history at Norwalk Community College.

His courses include: World War I and Iraq: Creation of Colonialism; A History, Vietnam; A History, World War I; The Turning Points of World War II; The Great Patriotic War: The Titanic Clash Between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union; and American Empire: Grand Republic to Corporate State.

In May 2005, Mark was presented with a General Assembly Citation by both houses of the state legislature in Hartford for his effort in commemorating the centennial of battleship Connecticut.

Registration Information

Need help registering? Email Adult Programming at apstaff@darienlibrary.org.

This event will take place on Zoom. You will receive an email confirming your registration with a link to join the meeting after you register for the event.