Paul Bouteiller
1921–2011 (age 90)
Biography
Paul Bouteiller, born in 1921, dedicated himself to the study of the past, unraveling the complexities of social life with patience and precision. His scholarship illuminated the ways in which shared stories shape collective identity, making history accessible to scholars and the public alike.
He leaves behind students and readers who carry forward his reverence for careful research and his belief that understanding yesterday helps steady the path ahead.