The Poisoner's Handbook (2013) | Full Documentary | American Experience

PBS America July 4, 2025
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In the early 20th century, American medicines cabinets included a would-be poisoner’s treasure chest, but the knowledge to detect and prevent crimes committed with these materials lagged behind. In 1918, New York City's first scientifically trained medical examiner, and his chief toxicologist, turned forensic chemistry into a formidable science and set the standards for the rest of the country. Welcome to PBS America, a channel curated for an international audience from America's Public Broadcasting Service, PBS. This is a factual focussed channel including award-winning American history, current affairs and science. SIGN UP to our UK broadcast channel weekly highlights at pbsamerica.co.uk FOLLOW us on X @PBSAmerica LIKE us on Facebook.com/pbsamerica

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