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Federal Bureau of Investigation

Fbi History: Famous Cases and Criminals: The Lindbergh Kidnapping

For Students 9th - 10th
The FBI presents the facts behind one of its most famous cases, the Lindbergh kidnapping. Presented in a timeline format, the site explores the Lindbergh kidnapping, ensuing ransom demands, investigation of the crime, Hauptmann's...
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Federal Bureau of Investigation

Federal Bureau of Investigation: George "Machine Gun" Kelly

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about the life, crimes (including quotes from ransom notes and newspaper articles), and capture of the infamous gangster, George "Machine Gun" Kelly.
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Science Struck

Science Struck: Locard's Exchange Principle in Forensic Science

For Students 9th - 10th
'This resource describes some of the history of forensic science and what Locard's Exchange Principle is and how it is applied. Discusses the different types of trace evidence that investigators look for and some drawbacks of Locard's...
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University of Missouri

Famous Trials: The Osage "Reign of Terror" Murder Trials

For Students 9th - 10th
The "Reign of Terror" that overtook the Osage Reservation in 1921 is just one chapter in the long story of mistreatment of Native Americans by whites, but is one of the most horrifying. Before the chapter ends, untold dozens of Osage...