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Robert M. Haig

1887 – 1953

American economist

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About Robert M. Haig

Lived 1887 – 1953 (aged 65–66). Robert M. Haig was an American economist.

Robert Murray Haig (1887 – 1953) was an American economist regarded as an expert in public finance and taxation. The concept of Haig–Simons income bears his name.

Haig graduated with a PhD in economics from Columbia University in 1914, with a thesis written under supervision of Edwin Robert Anderson Seligman.

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Born
1887
Birth century
Died
1953
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Nationality
Education
Columbia University
Employers
Columbia University
Also known as
Robert Murray Haig

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert M. Haig?

American economist

When was Robert M. Haig born?

Robert M. Haig was born in 1887.

When did Robert M. Haig die?

Robert M. Haig died in 1953.

What was Robert M. Haig's occupation?

Robert M. Haig was an economist.

What nationality was Robert M. Haig?

Robert M. Haig was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert M. Haig

· Wikidata: Q27859388

· DBpedia: Robert M. Haig

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