Sean Kennedy

Dr. Sean Kennedy is a Professor and Department Chair in Historical Studies at the University of New Brunswick (Fredericton campus), where he has served since 1999. He holds a Ph.D. from York University. His expertise lies in modern European and French history, with a focus on political and intellectual history, war and society in the 20th century, and the French Right's evolution between the World Wars.

Dr. Kennedy's research explores topics such as the Croix de Feu, the Parti Social Français, and the career of André Siegfried. His recent work includes a 2023 monograph on Siegfried's global influence and a new research program on policing in 20th-century France. He has authored/co-edited books like Reconciling France against Democracy (2007) and contributed to journals including French Historical Studies and French History.

His publications analyze civilian experiences during WWII, interwar political movements, and the intersection of radio and state power. Kennedy's scholarship bridges historical analysis with interdisciplinary themes like colonialism and settler democracy, reflecting his broad engagement with modern European history.