Global Histories of Violence (c.1800-2025) Conference at the University of Warwick

May 29th – 30th, 2025 | University of Warwick

This upcoming conference at the University of Warwick explores global histories of violence, with a focus on the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Covering themes such as imperialism, colonialism, incarceration, sexual violence, terrorism, and decolonization, it brings together researchers examining how violence has been experienced, represented, and remembered across different cultures and contexts.

The event highlights diverse perspectives and encourages discussion about the causes, meanings, and legacies of violence around the world. Supported by Warwick’s History of Violence Network and other partners, the conference offers a chance to engage with new approaches to this important area of historical research.


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