Jon Robb-Webb

Dr Jon Robb-Webb is a Senior Lecturer in Defence Studies at the Defence Academy of the UK, based in the School of Security Studies. He has held this position since 2000, with prior teaching roles at the Joint Services Command and Staff College and King's College London. His academic background includes a PhD in War Studies from King's College London and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of East Anglia.

His research focuses on naval history, maritime strategy, and contemporary security. Key areas include the Royal Navy and US Navy in the 20th century, maritime security, and the British Pacific Fleet's role in World War II. He has authored books and articles on naval strategy, empire decline, and Pacific naval operations.

Dr Robb-Webb is affiliated with the Corbett Centre for Maritime Policy Studies, the Second World War Research Group, and the Sir Michael Howard Centre for the History of War. He supervises PhD students in naval history, maritime strategy, and amphibious operations. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to maritime policy and historical analysis.