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George David Birkhoff

American mathematician

Died when: 60 years 236 days (727 months)
Star Sign: Aries

 

George David Birkhoff

George David Birkhoff (March 21, 1884 – November 12, 1944) was an American mathematician best known for what was now called the ergodic theorem.Birkhoff was one of the most important leaders in American mathematics in his generation, and during his time he was considered by many to be the preeminent American mathematician.

The George D.Birkhoff House, his residence in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has been designated a National Historic Landmark.


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