Wow! I knew there was a significance to why they practiced these markings and now I know why. The picture of the baby getting the markings really shows just how painful they are. I can see why you consider the tools used offensive.

I agree that since this was mainly for identifying purposes that there really isn’t a reason to continue to practice this. I can’t imagine what it was like living in those days but I am thankful I didn’t have to. Thank you for the history lesson :)