What invasion caused Hurwicz to flee to the United States?
The invasion of Afghanistan
The invasion of Poland by Hitler
The invasion of Iraq
The invasion of Vietnam
Answer
Hurwicz's escape to the United States was prompted by the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany in 1939, which marked the onset of World War II. This invasion forced him to leave his home country due to the escalating conflict and imminent danger posed by the German occupation.
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Hurwicz worked with which eminent economist at the University of Chicago?
To which college was Hurwicz an associate professor of economics in 1946?
What was Hurwicz's title at the University of Minnesota in 1989?
At the time of his death, what was his status at the University of Minnesota?
What aspect of economics did Hurwicz's models significantly influence?
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