About Jan de Vries
Born 1943. Jan de Vries is an American and Dutch economist, economic historian, university teacher, historian, teacher and sociologist.
Jan de Vries (born November 14, 1943) is a Dutch economic historian. He is Professor emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley. He is best known for his work on the Industrial Revolution and European urbanization, as well as the economic history of the Netherlands. He was elected to the American Philosophical Society in 2002.
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Who is Jan de Vries?
American economic historian
When was Jan de Vries born?
Jan de Vries was born on 14 November 1943 in Ouder-Amstel.
What is Jan de Vries's occupation?
Jan de Vries is an economist, economic historian, university teacher, historian, teacher and sociologist.
What nationality is Jan de Vries?
Jan de Vries is American and Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jan de Vries. https://biography.guide/jan-de-vries-economist/
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