Nine Historians Each to Receive $300,000, Supporting Critical Research and Cutting-Edge Methodologies
TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 28, 2023 /CNW/ — The Dan David Prize, the largest history prize in the world, today announced its 2023 winners – nine early and midcareer scholars and practitioners, whose work illuminates the past in bold and creative ways. Each of the winners – who work in Kenya, Ireland, Denmark, Israel, Canada and the United States – will receive $300,000 (USD) in recognition of their achievements and to support their future endeavors.
“Our winners represent a new generation of historians,” said Ariel David, board member of the Prize and son of the founder. “They are changing our understanding of the past by asking new questions, targeting under-researched topics and using innovative methods. Many of the winners we are recognizing today are still in the early …
