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Ever since scientists discovered that the fingerprints of each person on earth was unique, fingerprinting has played an important role in law enforcement.

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Ever since scientists discovered that the fingerprints of each person on earth was unique, fingerprinting has played an important role in law enforcement.

Is the usage of was correct in this sentence,or should it be is/are?

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