Christine Haynes

Christine Haynes is a Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, affiliated with the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). Her research focuses on Modern France, the French Revolution, post-revolutionary Europe, war and society, book history, and the history of capitalism. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (2001) and has published extensively on topics such as the Napoleonic Wars, publishing politics in 19th-century France, and post-war reconciliation. Her work bridges military, cultural, and economic historiography, emphasizing how conflict and governance reshape societies. She teaches courses on European history, the Age of Revolutions, and historical biography.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Chicago, 2001
• M.A., University of Chicago, 1995
• B.A., University of Michigan, 1992

Research Interests:

• Examines the socio-political aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars through lenses of military occupation and financial restoration
• Investigates the intersection of book publishing, intellectual property, and authorship in 19th-century France
• Explores how war impacts national identity and economic systems

Recent Scholarship Trends: Her publications (e.g., Our Friends the Enemies, 2018) analyze post-war societal reconstruction, while others (e.g., Lost Illusions, 2010) dissect the cultural and economic dynamics of publishing. Collaborations like the 2016 Journal of Military History special issue highlight her role in shaping Napoleonic-era historiography.

Professional Activities: Serves as Honors Faculty until June 2026 and maintains an active presence in her field through courses like HIST 3105 Europe in the Age of the French Revolution and Napoleon.

Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations noted, though her work involves archival research collaborations with European institutions.