The Founder Of Forensic Anthropology Was Wrong About Everything

The video discusses the controversial legacy of Eilish Herdlichka, a key figure in forensic anthropology, whose work was marred by unethical practices and flawed assumptions about race. It explores how modern anthropology is addressing these issues by moving away from biological determinism and embracing a more inclusive and ethical approach. The video also highlights the importance of repatriation and the ongoing challenges in forensic anthropology.

What was one of the main ethical issues associated with Eilish Herdlichka's work?

• He focused solely on plant specimens.

• He was known for his accurate predictions.

• He collected human remains unethically.

• He used statistical analysis excessively.

What pseudoscience did Herdlichka focus on during his early career?

• Astrology

• Phrenology

• Anthropometry

• Alchemy

Which museum did Herdlichka help build a large collection of human remains for?

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

• The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

• The Louvre

• The British Museum

What was a major flaw in Herdlichka's assumptions about human races?

• He thought races were biologically equal.

• He believed in a single human race.

• He denied the existence of any races.

• He categorized races into a hierarchy.

Who was a contemporary critic of Herdlichka's views on race?

• Charles Darwin

• Franz Boas

• Marie Curie

• Sigmund Freud

What significant change has been made in the field of anthropology to address Herdlichka's legacy?

• Focusing solely on European fossils

• Eliminating the study of human evolution

• Increased focus on plant studies

• Renaming the field to Biological Anthropology

What is the significance of repatriation in anthropology?

• It is about expanding museum collections.

• It focuses on returning remains to communities.

• It involves collecting more specimens.

• It deals with creating new exhibits.

What is one of the challenges modern forensic anthropology faces?

• Too many practitioners

• Excessive funding

• Over-reliance on outdated methods

• Lack of interest in the field

What is a key focus for modern biological anthropologists?

• Focusing on ancient tools

• Studying only European populations

• Incorporating diverse cultural perspectives

• Ignoring genetic data

What is one way the field of anthropology is moving forward from Herdlichka's legacy?

• By focusing only on his methods

• By ignoring his contributions

• By promoting inclusivity and diversity

• By returning to his original theories