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H. Rutherford Turnbull

1937 – 2025

American academic

Writer University teacher
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About H. Rutherford Turnbull

Lived 1937 – 2025 (aged 87–88). H. Rutherford Turnbull was an American writer and university teacher.

H. Rutherford Turnbull III (September 22, 1937 – March 18, 2025) was an American author, educator and leader in the field of disability policy and law. He was Ross and Marianna Beach Distinguished Professor Emeritus of special education and law at University of Kansas.

Education Turnbull graduated from Kent School in 1955. In 1959, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Johns Hopkins University. from Harvard University Law School.

Death Turnbull died on March 18, 2025, at the age of 87.

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Important facts

Born
1937, United States
Birth century
20th century
Died
18 March 2025
Occupation
Writer, university teacher
Nationality
United States
Education
Harvard Law School, Kent School, Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law

Family & relationships

Spouse
Ann Turnbull (disability rights advocate)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was H. Rutherford Turnbull?

American academic (1937–2025)

When was H. Rutherford Turnbull born?

H. Rutherford Turnbull was born in 1937 in United States.

When did H. Rutherford Turnbull die?

H. Rutherford Turnbull died on 18 March 2025.

What was H. Rutherford Turnbull's occupation?

H. Rutherford Turnbull was a writer and university teacher.

What nationality was H. Rutherford Turnbull?

H. Rutherford Turnbull was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: H. Rutherford Turnbull

· Wikidata: Q5628539

· DBpedia: H. Rutherford Turnbull

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