Ernst Florian Winter
Historian and political scientist

Born
December 16th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
April 16th, 2014
10 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Austrian-American historian and political scientist focused on Austrian history and politics. Contributed to various publications that examined Austrian culture and governance. Held academic positions at several institutions, influencing the study of European political structures and histories. Engaged in extensive research that delved into the complexities of Austria's political landscape during the 20th century.
Authored comprehensive studies on Austrian history
Participated in numerous academic conferences
Published significant papers on political science
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