Henry Faulds
Henry Faulds was a Scottish physician and a pioneering figure in the study of fingerprints. He is best known for his work in establishing the uniqueness of fingerprints for identification purposes, an idea that greatly influenced forensic science. Faulds published his findings in the late 19th century, advocating for the use of fingerprints in criminal investigations, which laid the groundwork for modern fingerprint analysis. His contributions, although initially overshadowed by others, have had a lasting impact on law enforcement and forensic science.
Born on Jun 01, 1843 (182 years old)
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Henry Faulds was a scientist who published articles on the uniqueness of fingerprints.
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