1950-1969 Motorcycles Retired from Patrol Use 1966: The motorcycle is officially retired from patrol use by the State Police. Learn more about Motorcycles Retired from Patrol Use
1950-1969 Realignment in Troop Management 1965: The creation of the rank of Major as Troop Commander was established. Learn more about Realignment in Troop Management
1950-1969 Passing of Colonel George F. Chandler 1964: Colonel George Fletcher Chandler passed away at the age of 91. Learn more about Passing of Colonel George F. Chandler
1950-1969 City of Rochester Riots 1964: In July 1964, State Police deploys almost 500 Troopers to the City of Rochester over a 10 day period to assist city and county agencies with civil unrest. Learn more about City of Rochester Riots
1950-1969 World's Fair New York City 1964: A Trooper stands in front of the Unisphere, a 12 story stainless steel model of the earth at the World's Fair in New York City. Learn more about World's Fair New York City
1950-1969 Division Headquarters Opens 1964: The 1960s were a time of unprecedented building for the State Police. Learn more about Division Headquarters Opens
1950-1969 Creation of Zone Sergeant 1963: The State Police creates the rank of Zone Sergeant and assigns two per zone to assist the Zone Lieutenant. Learn more about Creation of Zone Sergeant
1950-1969 The Trooper Publication 1963: The State Police starts a monthly publication, “The Trooper” for all active members, retired personnel, and the news media. Learn more about The Trooper Publication
1950-1969 Corporals Become Sergeants 1962: The rank of Corporal is eliminated and all members holding that rank are reclassified to the rank of Sergeant. Learn more about Corporals Become Sergeants
1950-1969 Superintendent Arthur Cornelius, Jr. 1961: Arthur Cornelius, Jr., was appointed by Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller and became the first Superintendent hired from outside the agency. Learn more about Superintendent Arthur Cornelius, Jr.