Biography of J Forbes Munro

John Forbes Stables Munro is Emeritus Professor of International Economic History at the University. He was a titular Professor of Economic History; Associate Director of the Centre for Business History, 1996 to 1999, and Clerk of Senate, 1991 to 1996. He is the author, with Michael Moss and Rick Trainor, of University, City and State: The University of Glasgow Since 1870 (Glasgow, 2000)

Munro joined the staff of the Department of Economic History in 1965 as a specialist in the economic history of Africa, but subsequently diversified his research interests to also embrace maritime and business history.

Summary

J Forbes Munro
Economic Historian
University Link: Clerk of Senate, Lecturer, Professor
GU Degree:
Occupation categories: economic historians
Record last updated: 29th Jun 2009

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University Roles

• Clerk of Senate, 1991-1996
• Lecturer
• Professor

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