This machine preserved more than bodies...It preserved history. 🩸 This embalming machine was used in the preparation of Lee Harvey Oswald, one of the most notorious figures in American history. Embalming machines function by removing blood from the body and replacing it with preservative fluid, a process designed to slow decomposition. This medical instrument set includes twelve embalming tools, church trucks used to move the casket, and the original embalming machine itself. Want to see this p

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Ancient Egyptian work excuses included brewing beer and embalming a brother. #history #ancientegypt #ancienthistory | Untold Leaks

Join me for a behind-the-scenes look at the embalming process with a short video series. Over the next few days, I’ll take you into the prep room to give you a closer look at what we do. We’ve put together three videos - here’s the first one. Every embalming is different and is tailored to the specific needs of the individual based on factors such as their condition & cause of death. The techniques used, the chemical formulations selected, and the overall approach vary with each case to ensure t