About Ralph E. Turner
Lived 1893 – 1964 (aged 70). Ralph E. Turner was a historian.
Ralph Edmund Turner (November 6, 1893 – October 5, 1964) was an American historian, author and professor emeritus of Yale University. He was also one of the planners for UNESCO. Turner first became a professor at Yale from 1944 until his retirement in 1961. In 1925, he published several books including a textbook called America in Civilization.
Early life and education Ralph Edmund Turner was born on November 6, 1893, in Anthon, Iowa. In 1934, he was dismissed from the University of Pittsburgh due to an unprecedented academic freedom violation.
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Who was Ralph E. Turner?
American historian, author and professor
When was Ralph E. Turner born?
Ralph E. Turner was born on 6 November 1893 in Anthon.
When did Ralph E. Turner die?
Ralph E. Turner died on 5 October 1964.
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Ralph E. Turner was a historian.
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