Robert Brabenec, Wheaton College (1977).
Abstract
This paper introduces the beginnings of ACMS and the motivation for its biennial conferences. It provides a broad historical overview of calculus and geometry. It also sketches issues in 5 areas – truth, axiomatics, the proliferation of new developments, number, infinity – in which ACMS has a stake. While Dr. Brabenec’s thinking on these issues has grown considerably since this article was written, it is posted as presented in 1977 because of its historical importance.
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The Historical Shaping of the Foundations of Mathematics