The Pensacola Police Department (or PPD) is the primary law enforcement agency for Pensacola, Florida in the United States. History Early history The department was founded on July 19, 1821, by Gen. Andrew Jackson, who had appointed city constable (policeman) to keep order within the city. On July 17, Jackson had entered Pensacola to accept the territory of East and West Florida for the United States. The following day, he established the government within the city. The history of the Pensacola Police Department goes back to the finding of Pensacola led by Tristan De Luna. When De Luna was establishing Pensacola with more than a 1,500 people they needed protection from future invaders and any other possible threats, so they built Fort Barrancas. The establishment did not last long because of the hurricanes that hit the area. Many tried to re-establish what was the settlement of De Luna. So in 1692 Admiral Andre de Pez claimed the area that was known by the Native Americans as Panzacola. The Spanish fought for this area and was claimed by the Spanish, French, and English (all in separate times of history). Later on Fort Pickens and Fort San Miguel was established. Later history Later on in Pensacola's history many of the soldiers that had fought in the many battles and wars of Pensacola established the Pensacola Police Department. Many rules for the police officers were also established including the following: Officers could not sit down while on duty. Officers could not drink "spirituous liquor" in the police station. Officers had to be able to read and write in English, never have been indicted and convicted of a crime, of physical health and vigor, of good moral character, and of unquestionable energy. The more intelligent officers were stationed on the main streets. An officer could not use his club or pistol except when he was protecting his life or if someone showed resistance. An officer could not leave his beat unless he was taking an arrestee to the police station or for an emergency. Officers could not visit bar rooms while on- or off-duty. An officer could not be absent for roll call more than three times a month. Departmental organization Currently the PPD has approximately 155 sworn police officers divided into four divisions. There are sections and units within each of the following divisions: The Uniform Patrol Division (UPD) is the largest and