When was Frank Knight born?

Frank Knight was born on 7 November 1885 in McLean County.

What positions has Frank Knight held?

Positions held by Frank Knight include: president.

Where did Frank Knight study?

Frank Knight was educated at University of Tennessee, Cornell University, Milligan University.

Frank Knight

American economist (1885-1972)

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Frank Hyneman Knight was an American economist who spent most of his career at the University of Chicago, where he became one of the founders of the Chicago School.

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Born: 7 November 1885 wd
Place of birth: McLean County wd
Died: 15 April 1972 wd
Place of death: Chicago wd
Citizenship: United States wd
Occupation: economist, university teacher, sociologist wd
Education: University of Tennessee, Cornell University, Milligan University wd

Positions held wd

president

Awards wd

Guggenheim Fellowship (1930)
Francis A. Walker Medal (1957)
Golden Plate Award (1961)

Questions

When was Frank Knight born?: Frank Knight was born on 7 November 1885 in McLean County.
What positions has Frank Knight held?: Positions held by Frank Knight include: president.
Where did Frank Knight study?: Frank Knight was educated at University of Tennessee, Cornell University, Milligan University.

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