David Narrett

David Narrett is a Professor of History at the University of Texas at Arlington specializing in colonial and revolutionary-era North American history. His research examines imperial rivalries in borderland regions, particularly the Louisiana-Florida territory during 1762-1803. His book Adventurism and Empire explores how individual adventurers shaped history through settlement projects and military conflicts involving Spanish, French, British, and U.S. interests.

Narrett's work focuses on the clash of empires and nationalities, analyzing how events in borderlands altered North American power dynamics and influenced Atlantic world history. His research methodology incorporates diverse perspectives including Native American experiences and transnational intrigue.