90K views · 1.6K reactions | After 6 months of Police Academy training, "Gun & Shield Day" is both a memorable and proud day for recruits. On this day they receive their firearm and shields before officially graduating the academy. For Probationary Police Officer Senft it was a special day because he received the same shield that both his father and grandfather wore as police officers. He hopes to follow in their footsteps and continue the legacy. | NYPD | Facebook

The NYPD's newest police academy class was sworn in today. Join us as we wish them all the best as they take part in some of the best police training in the world over the next six months. Learn about the NYPD's new recruits ▪️33 served in U.S. Military ▪️181 speak a foreign language ▪️Represent 43 different countries ▪️111 are women More: http://nypdnews.com/2017/04/474-new-recruits-sworn-into-the-nypd/ | NYPD