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The history of fingerprint identification is long and rich from "summary" of Forensic Fingerprints by Max M. Houck
The history of fingerprint identification stretches back thousands of years, with evidence of its use dating as far back as ancient Babylon. It is a history filled with fascinating stories of innovation and discovery, as early civilizations began to recognize the unique and permanent nature of fingerprints as a means of identification. The Chinese were among the first to use fingerprints for forensic purposes, using inked fingerprints on documents as a form of signature as early as the 7th century. In the 19th century, the study of fingerprints took a significant leap forward with the work of Sir William Herschel in India. Herschel began using fingerprints as a means of identification for prisoners and workers, recognizing the individuality and permanence of these unique patterns. His work paved the way for the development of modern fingerprint identification techniques and practices. The real breakthrough in fingerprint identification came in the late 19th century with the work of Sir Francis Galton and Sir Edward Henry in England. Galton's research on the statistical ...
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