Expert Comment
For many, James Dean is the ultimate icon of rebellion and loneliness and one of Hollywood’s greatest actors - Dr Jennifer Smyth
Dr Jennifer Smyth, lecturer in History and Film at the University of Warwick, reflects on James Deans' career in advance of the release of 'Life' a biographical drama film directed by Anton Corbijn and written by Luke Davies. It is based on the friendship of Life photographer Dennis Stock and Hollywood actor James Dean, starring Dane DeHaan and Robert Pattinson,
Elizabeth II follows some illustrious predecessors in reigning for over 40 years including Victoria, George III and Elizabeth I. But why should this matter?
Dr Sarah Richardson, senior lecturer in History at the University of Warwick comments on Elizabeth II's 63 year long reign as Britain's longest serving monarch, "Long-reigning monarchs have proved highly important for the development of the British state and nation in its history."
World War II: China's losses in a grim perspective - Professor Mark Harrison
Today (2 September) is the seventieth anniversary of Japan's surrender in 1945, marking the end of World War II. It seems timely to give some thought to the impact of Japan's war on China. Where does World War II rank in the disasters that befell China in the twentieth century?
Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzman’s escape from a Mexican high security prison - Dr Benjamin Smith
"Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzman’s escape from a Mexican high security prison presents both US and Mexican authorities with real challenges."
Latest Kenya attack a timely reminder of country’s insecurities - Professor David Anderson
Professor of African History David Anderson, from the University of Warwick, responds to the latest attack in Kenya whcih has killed at least 14 quarry workers.