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Paul William Brosman

1899 – 1955

American academic administrator

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Lived 1899 – 1955 (aged 56). Paul William Brosman was an American scientist, known for Tulane University Law School.

Paul William Brosman (November 9, 1899 – December 21, 1955) was the 13th dean of the Tulane University Law School, serving from 1937 to 1951. According to Edward F. Sherman, he "was on the first civilian Court of Military Appeals created by the UCMJ in 1951 and played a role in the 'civilianizing' of military justice procedures." He was born in Albion, Illinois, and died in Washington D.C.

He graduated in 1924 from the University of Illinois where he was president of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. He also attended Indiana University and Yale University. He was an instructor in business law at Indiana University in the 1920s and later professor of law at Mercer University. He came to Tulane in 1932 and became assistant dean in 1935 and dean in 1937. He was an Army veteran of World War I and during World War II was chief of the Military Justice Division, Office of the Air Judge Advocate of the Air Force Headquarters.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Known for
Tulane University Law School
Education
Tulane University
Employers
Tulane University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Paul William Brosman?

American academic administrator (1899-1955)

When was Paul William Brosman born?

Paul William Brosman was born on 9 November 1899 in Albion.

When did Paul William Brosman die?

Paul William Brosman died on 21 December 1955 in Washington, D.C..

What was Paul William Brosman's occupation?

Paul William Brosman was a scientist.

What was Paul William Brosman known for?

Paul William Brosman was known for Tulane University Law School.

What nationality was Paul William Brosman?

Paul William Brosman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paul William Brosman

· Wikidata: Q7154371

· DBpedia: Paul William Brosman

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