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Forensic Science Timeline

Forensic Science Timeline: The Modern Era (1800 AD to 1950 AD)

Uncover the revolutionary advancements in forensic science from 1800 to 1950. This comprehensive timeline highlights pivotal discoveries, innovative techniques, and influential figures that transformed criminal investigations. From fingerprinting to ballistics, explore how modern forensic methods emerged and evolved during this crucial period.

Eman D Khan
Eman D Khan
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A 19th-century forensic scientist analyzing crime scene evidence, representing the early development of forensic science.
Section
1 - 1800s to 1850 – Early Forensic Advancements
1 - 1800s to 1850 – Early Forensic Advancements
2 - 1850s to 1890s – The Rise of Forensic Science
3 - 1900s to 1950 – The Emergence of Modern Forensics
5 - Key Milestones in Forensic Science (1800 – 1950)

Introduction

The Modern Era saw the rapid expansion of forensic science into a formal discipline, with the introduction of fingerprinting as a method of identification, the establishment of the first crime labs, and the development of forensic toxicology. This era also brought significant advancements in ballistics, blood typing, and the legal application of forensic evidence in courtrooms. The integration of scientific methods into crime-solving during this period revolutionized criminal investigations.

Contents

Discover the major innovations of the Modern Era and see how forensic science continued to evolve into the Contemporary Era with the introduction of DNA analysis and modern technologies.

Key Milestones in Forensic Science (1800 – 1950)

This timeline is divided into three key eras:

🔹 1800s to 1850 – Early Forensic Advancements: The birth of forensic toxicology, fingerprinting, and document examination.
🔹 1850s to 1890s – The Rise of Forensic Science: The emergence of forensic anthropology, microscopy, and crime scene photography.
🔹 1900s to 1950 – The Emergence of Modern Forensics: The establishment of crime labs, blood typing, and forensic psychology.

Explore how these groundbreaking developments laid the foundation for today’s forensic techniques.

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