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$\mathsf{PFA}$ and $\omega_1$-free compact spaces

General Topology 2022-01-25 v3 Logic

Abstract

The Proper Forcing Axiom implies that compact Hausdorff spaces are either first-countable or contain a converging ω1\omega_1-sequence.

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@article{arxiv.2104.13698,
  title  = {$\mathsf{PFA}$ and $\omega_1$-free compact spaces},
  author = {Alan Dow and Klaas Pieter Hart},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2104.13698},
  year   = {2022}
}

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Version 2: various corrections and changes Version 3: some corrections/changes after referee's report; final version

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