Frances Glessner Lee
1878–1962 (age 84)
Forensic Scientist
Biography
Frances Glessner Lee was a pioneering forensic scientist whose innovative work in criminal investigation and forensic education revolutionized the field. Born in 1878, she dedicated her life to advancing the science of forensic investigation, creating detailed crime scene models that became essential teaching tools for law enforcement professionals.
Her groundbreaking contributions to forensic science and her commitment to rigorous investigation methods established her as a visionary in her field, and her legacy continues to influence forensic education and practice long after her death in 1962.