James Auchmuty

James Auchmuty

James Johnston Auchmuty (1909-1981) was an Irish born historian.

After graduating from Trinity College Dublin, he moved to Australia.

He was the first vice-chancellor of the University of Newcastle, Australia.

References

* Kenneth R Dutton, "Auchmuty: The life of James Johnston Auchmuty (1909-1981)", Brisbane: Boombana Publications, 2000, ISBN 1-876542-05-5


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