Claflin University Public Service Discussion
Description
- Who is considered the father of firearms identification and when did he/she start working on the science of firearms identification?
- What is his background?
- One criticism of firearms identification is that it was developed by the police to help them solve crimes. Given the background of the father of firearms identification, is this criticism supported?
- In the history of firearms development, there were several different types of ignition systems developed. Name three of these different ignition systems and how they worked and why the proceeding ignition system was better.
- Describe what black powder is. Describe what smokeless powder is.
- What is the difference between black and smokeless powder? Which would be more dangerous to store?
