About the Centre

The Centre for Maritime Historical Studies was formed in 1991 as a result of the perceived need to promote a wider understanding of the significance of maritime history within the world of historical scholarship. Taking on the theme that the seas connect rather than divide mankind, the Centre and its members set out to explore the nature of these connections and how this impacted on all aspects of the economy and society, and, through the emergence of navies to contest and control these connections, had a major impact on the development and policies of governments.

The Centre staff is especially committed to supervise MA and PhD students and to encourage them in the publication of their books and articles.

Contact Details

Postal address

The Centre for Maritime Historical Studies
College of Humanities
Amory Building
Rennes Drive
Exeter
EX4 4RJ

Centre director

Dr Maria Fusaro

General enquiries

Email: history@exeter.ac.uk