This was the birth of modern-day forensics. Dr. Warren was identified by his dental work. Who did that dental work? None other than Paul Revere, a close friend.
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ACEP Now: Vol 34 – No 10 – October 2015The story doesn’t end there. Now, back to the controversy of how Dr. Warren died. His skull was later photographed when the body was moved again. The photo showed a small entry wound under the left eye and an exit would on the right side of the skull. British soldiers used large caliber bullets, while officers used handguns, not rifles. The rifles used by the patriots were of a smaller caliber than those of the typical British soldier. Evidence shows he was shot at close range. So who shot him? Was it friendly fire or perhaps a British officer with a reason to kill him at close range?
Forensics is all about a deep dive into the facts and applied science to light the darkness.
While in Boston, don’t miss the opportunity to explore the history of medicine in this wonderful city.
Dr. Fitz is clinical faculty at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock.
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