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1775
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Devised a test for detecting Arsenic (inheritance powder) in corpses
1806
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Discovered more precise method for detecting small amounts of Arsenic.
1814
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The "Father of Forensic Toxicology" published article on detection of poisons and effects.
1828
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1839
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1839
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1850 - 1860
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Allowed more accurate recording.
1863
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1879
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Introduced the Bertillon's system (Anthropometry). A system for identifying people by their physical appearance. It was considered to be the most accurate method of personal identification for nearly 2 decades. It was replaced by ingerprinting in 1903.
1887 - 1893
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The most influential fictional character created by author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; his influence can be compared to that of the modern CSI shows today.
1888
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London terrorized by a serial killer "Jack the Ripper".
1893
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"Criminal Investigation" by Hans Gross published. (The first book of criminal investigation using forensic science.)
1901
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ABO blood typing was discovered by Karl Landsteiner.
1903
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Case of misidentification of two men whose Bertillon's measurements were nearly identical. It led to the end of Anthopometry.
1910
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"Questioned Documents" published by Albert Osborn.
1913
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Locard'sExchange Principle by Edmond Locard. When two objects come into contact with each other, a cross transfer of materials occurs that can connect a criminal suspect to the victim or the crime scene. Locard Also started the first known police crime lab.
1916 - 2002
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"Father of Modern Microscopy"
1923
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The first crime lab in USA.
1930
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Led by Dr.Paul Kirk.
1932
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1981
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