Göttingen, Germany, was once a powerhouse of mathematics with professors like Gauss, Riemann, Noether, and Hilbert leading the field. Despite being overshadowed today, Göttingen was a crucial hub of mathematical innovation for generations. The university attracted the brightest minds until the rise of the Nazi Party forced many to leave the country in the 1930s. This major exodus took their mathematical legacy to institutions like Princeton and NYU, shaping the future of mathematics around the world. The significant impact of Göttingen’s mathematicians is still felt today, with their groundbreaking work influencing modern research practices.
https://theconversation.com/how-one-german-city-developed-and-then-lost-generations-of-math-geniuses-106750