Laurence J. Peter
Laurence J. Peter | |
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Peter in 1975 | |
| Born | Laurence Johnston Peter September 16, 1919 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Died | January 12, 1990 (aged 70) |
| Alma mater | Western Washington State College |
| Occupation(s) | Educator, psychologist, writer |
| Known for | Peter principle |
| Spouse(s) | Nancy M. Peter, Irene Peter |
| Children | 4 |
Laurence Johnston Peter (September 16, 1919 – January 12, 1990) was a Canadian educator and "hierarchiologist" who is best known to the general public for the formulation of the Peter principle.