Born
July 1, 1926
New York City, United States
Died
June 11, 2013
Oak Lawn, United States
Known for
American economist and historian
Robert Fogel (1926–2013) was United States best known for American economist and historian.
Robert Fogel (July 1, 1926 – June 11, 2013) was an American economic historian and Nobel laureate. He championed "cliometrics," using quantitative methods to re-examine historical narratives, most notably on the economic viability of slavery. His work reshaped our understanding of economic development and human well-being across centuries.
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Robert Fogel died on June 11, 2013 in Oak Lawn, United States, at the age of 86.
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Robert Fogel was born in New York City, United States on July 1, 1926.
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Robert Fogel is best known for American economist and historian.
How old was Robert Fogel when they died?
Robert Fogel was 86 years old at the time of death.
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Robert Fogel was from United States.
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