Crimes That Made History S01E01 - Jack the Ripper: The Invention of the Serial Killer

Episode Overview

In 1888, London was thrown into chaos by a string of horrifying murders attributed to the mysterious figure known as "Jack the Ripper." During this Victorian period, strict moral codes prevailed, and forensic science was just beginning to develop. These circumstances played a crucial role in shaping one of history's most infamous crime narratives, ultimately leading to the emergence of the concept of the serial killer.