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Kennedy, John F

Report of the President's Commission on the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy

Firearms Identification

The firearms identification section establishes the methodology and findings used to link firearms evidence in the investigation, drawing on expert testimony and weapons reference materials to evaluate the characteristics of the rifle involved.

Bullet and Fragment Examinations

The examination of bullets and fragments details the laboratory analysis of projectile evidence, including the comparison of recovered bullet fragments against test-fired ammunition, as documented through Commission exhibits and expert witnesses.

Cartridge Cases

The cartridge cases section addresses the analysis of spent cartridge cases, their markings, and the conclusions drawn from comparing them to the suspected firearm, supported by expert testimony and physical evidence exhibits.

Fingerprint Analysis

The fingerprint analysis section covers the examination of latent prints recovered from various pieces of evidence, including the rifle, with reference to established fingerprint identification practices and expert testimony from fingerprint examiners.

Examination of Rifle

The examination of the rifle section documents the physical inspection and testing of the recovered rifle, including its identification, condition, and characteristics as established through forensic analysis and witness testimony.

Document and Handwriting Analysis

The document and handwriting analysis section introduces the methodology and general approach used by questioned documents examiners, including reference to authoritative texts on the subject and the credentials of the expert witnesses involved.

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