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Ascension Parish Government company history timeline

1807

Due to its prosperity, Acadia became the ‘Gold Coast.’ In 1807, the Territory was divided into 19 parishes. ‘Ascension Parish’ was created from Acadia.

In 1807, the Orleans territory was sub-divided into nineteen parishes with Ascension becoming one of the original parishes of Louisiana.

1810

The Office of Parish Sheriff was created on March 16, 1810.

1932

Sheriff Richard retired as Sheriff in 1932.

1948

Hickley Waguespack’s election in 1948 marked a revolutionary change in the manner in which the department was organized.

1949

By 1949, he had effectively shut down the gambling rings, significantly curbed crime in the parish, and created an atmosphere of safety among parish citizens.

1954

As his reputation grew, so did his capability. It was big news, for example, when in 1954, Sheriff Waguespack gave the directive that all deputies would dress in uniform as a way to help professionalize the department’s image.

1956

Gonzales became Postmaster in the Town of Gonzales until 1956.

1996

Few could have known in 1996, how insightful, intellectual, imaginative, and impressive he would be in the performance of his duties.

2001

Sheriff Wiley led the department through the harrowing experience of September 11, 2001 and led the efforts for interoperability among local, state and federal agencies throughout Louisiana.

2022

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