John Whitney Hall

John Whitney Hall (September 13, 1916 – October 21, 1997)[1] was an American historian of Japan who specialized in premodern Japanese history. His life work was recognized by the Japanese government, which awarded him the Order of the Sacred Treasure.[2]

  1. ^ "John Whitney Hall papers, 1930–1999", Yale University Library
  2. ^ Scott, Janny. "John W. Hall, Historian of Japan, Dies at 81" [obituary]. New York Times, October 27, 1997.