How did resurrectionists affect burial practices?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Resurrectionist
Resurrectionists, or body snatchers, significantly impacted burial practices in the 18th and 19th centuries by instilling fear in communities. Their activities led to increased security measures around graves, such as deeper burials and the use of iron coffins. This prompted changes in public attitudes towards death and burial, ultimately influencing the establishment of more regulated and respectful practices.