Anatomy London Burkers



during 19th century, demand legally obtained cadavers study , teaching of anatomy in british medical schools exceeded supply. in 18th century, hundreds had been executed each year, quite trivial crimes, 19th century 55 people being hanged each year, while many 500 needed. medical science began flourish, demand rose sharply , attracted criminal elements willing obtain specimens means. activities of body-snatchers, or resurrectionists, gave rise particular public fear , revulsion. relatives, or people paid them, guarded new graves period after burial.








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