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Adam Smith

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  • Adam Smith was an economist and philosopher who developed the foundation for today's theories of free market economics. His is also known for writing Wealth of Nations.
  • Fast Facts:

    1. Born: June 16, 1723 in Kirkcaldy, Scotland
    2. Alma-mater: University of Glasgow
    3. Never married
    4. Influenced by Aristotle and David Hume
    5. Influenced the works of Althus and the American Founding Fathers
    6. Died: July 17, 1790

  • Key Dates

    • 1723: Born in Kirkcaldy, Scotland to Margaret Douglas and Adam Smith
    • 1737: Enrolls at Glasgow University
    • 1750: Meets and becomes friends with David Hume
    • 1751: Becomes a professor at his alma-mater
    • 1759: Publishes Theory of Moral Sentiments
    • 1778: Appointed Commissioner of Customs for Scotland
    • 1790: Dies and is buried in the Canongate cemetery in Edinburgh's Royal Mile

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