This book by Pieter Leloup explores the historical development of the private security sector in Belgium from 1907 to 1990. It sheds light on the origins and evolution of private security, a topic often considered modern, revealing its roots in the early 20th century. The author examines how the Belgian government perceived and regulated this sector, emphasizing its ongoing impact on current policies and perceptions of private security. Targeted primarily at criminologists and scholars in related fields, the book offers a comparative perspective between Belgium and the Netherlands. It is an adaptation of the author's doctoral thesis, enriched with unprecedented research and historical insights. |