[434 in Motion] Lost in America (s1e7) - Beyond the Midnight Ride: Paul Revere and the Birth of Dental Forensics

In this final installment of the "Lost in America" miniseries, we uncover a surprising chapter in the life of one of America’s most famous patriots. While every schoolchild knows the story of Paul Revere’s legendary midnight ride, few realize that his talents extended far beyond the saddle. As a master silversmith, Revere applied his craftsmanship to the field of dentistry—a move that would eventually lead to a groundbreaking moment in history. This episode details how Revere used his dental expertise to perform the first-ever instance of forensic identification in America, identifying the fallen Major Joseph Warren by the specific bridgework Revere had wired into his jaw. Join us as we celebrate America 250 by rediscovering the fascinating, lesser-known skills of the men and women who shaped our nation.#PaulRevere #LostInAmerica #AmericanHistory #America250 #DentalForensics #RevolutionaryWar #HiddenHistory #JosephWarren #ForensicScience