Warren Commission (04 of 26): Hearings Vol. IV (of 15)
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"Warren Commission (04 of 26): Hearings Vol. IV (of 15)" is a historical account documenting the hearings conducted by the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy, written during the mid-20th century. This volume contains testimony from various experts and witnesses involved in the investigation, particularly concerning technical aspects of fingerprint analysis related to the case. The book delves into the forensic details and methodologies used in the investigation of the assassination, centered around the figure of Lee Harvey Oswald. The opening of this volume introduces the framework of the Commission's hearings, with a focus on fingerprint examinations conducted by specialists from the FBI and New York City Police Department. Witness Sebastian F. Latona provides insights into the principles of fingerprint identification, illustrating the uniqueness of fingerprints and their relevance in criminal investigations. He details the forensic processes applied to evidence collected after the assassination, including a brown paper bag and the marks found on it, which were identified as belonging to Oswald, thus establishing a critical connection to the events surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy. The discussions underscore the significance of technical evidence in legal proceedings, setting the stage for further testimonies in subsequent parts of the hearings.
- Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 · Assassination
- Oswald, Lee Harvey
