Tall ship in Plymouth Barbican
The University of Plymouth has an established tradition of internationally recognised research excellence in the fields of social and cultural history, which encompasses maritime history.
With its historic links to voyages of discovery, naval warfare, and colonisation, Plymouth provides a unique perspective from which to connect with this global history of seafaring. The Maritime History research group forms the focal point for work in this area at the University and beyond.
 
 
Dr Harry Bennett , Associate Professor of History, talks about his research into Second World War coastal convoys.
Dr Elaine Murphy , Associate Professor of Maritime and Naval History, talks about her research into the British Civil Wars in the 1640s and 1650s and the role of women in naval history.
 

Researchers in marine-related humanities