History of the United States Secret Service

History of the United States Secret Service

History of the United States Secret Service

Trace the Secret Service’s evolution from its 1865 origins in financial crime investigation to its modern role in presidential protection and national security.

History of the United States Secret Service

Price

$24.92per class

$24.92

per week

Level
Beginner
Ages
11–17
Duration
55 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
1

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Class Experience

This course examines how the U.S. Secret Service developed from an agency focused on counterfeiting to the organization responsible for protecting the president and other leaders. Topics include early American attitudes toward presidential security, key assassinations that changed expectations (notably McKinley), and the agency’s training, duties, and balance between visibility and discretion.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the original purpose of the U.S. Secret Service and why it was created in 1865

  • Explore how presidential assassinations influenced the agency’s evolving role

  • Explain the historical turning points that led to formal presidential protection

  • Identify qualifications, training elements, and duties associated with modern Secret Service agents

  • Analyze how federal agency responsibilities adapt in response to national security needs

Meet Your Instructor

Ms. Sonali Bajpai

Minecraft & History Educator

6+ Years

Teaching Experience

5000+

Students Taught

All age groups

Preferred Ages

A passionate educator who blends interactive game-based learning with history, helping kids build confidence while exploring cultures and civilizations through creative projects.

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