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Paul Taucher is a Lecturer in the College of Law, Arts and Social Sciences at Murdoch University, affiliated with the School of HASS and the Indo-Pacific Research Centre. His work focuses on Allied war crimes prosecutions of Japanese suspects post-WWII, particularly command responsibility doctrines. He teaches History, Politics, and core units.
Educational Background:
- Doctor of Philosophy (Murdoch University, Perth)
- Bachelor of Laws (Murdoch University)
- Bachelor of Arts (Murdoch University)
Research Interests: His research analyzes legal and historical dimensions of military accountability, emphasizing how non-direct perpetrators were judged under international law. Key themes include post-WWII trials, command responsibility evolution, and unresolved cases like the Sandakan-Ranau trials. His work bridges legal scholarship and historical analysis.
Publications: Recent works explore specific trials (e.g., Tan Toey POW camp) and doctrinal challenges, reflecting a focus on under-researched aspects of Allied justice systems post-1945.
Awards:
- 2020 Murdoch University Learning & Teaching Award
Professional Activities: No student advising details are listed, but he contributes to interdisciplinary research through the Indo-Pacific Research Centre. His National Library of Australia fellowship highlights archival research expertise.
