The Origin of Finger-Printing Bound With Classification and Uses of Finger Prints

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By Herschel, William J., Sir

Historical Development: The document details the origins of fingerprinting, highlighting Sir William J. Herschel's pioneering work in the 19th century.

Practical Applications: Herschel's use of fingerprints for identification of various official capacities, such as criminal courts and pension verification, is emphasized.

Scientific Validation: The document discusses the permanence of fingerprint patterns over time, which Herschel confirmed through repeated experiments.

Influence and Legacy: Herschel's work laid the foundation for modern fingerprint classification systems, further developed by Sir Francis Galtonand & Sir Edward Richard Henry.

DigiCat, Nov 22, 2022, 112 pages