Christopher Anthony Matthew

Christopher Anthony Matthew is a Lecturer affiliated with the School of Arts and Humanities under the Faculty of Education and Arts. His research focuses on ancient military history, particularly Greek and Roman warfare, military tactics, and the intersection of religion, technology, and strategy in antiquity. Key works include analyses of Alexander the Great’s military logistics, Eratosthenes’ geographical calculations, and Roman Republic military practices.

His publications span book chapters on Thermopylae, Marathon, and the cult of military eagles, alongside journal articles exploring hoplite combat psychology and technological innovations like the sarissa. Notable contributions include re-evaluations of Herodotus’ accounts and cross-cultural military studies, such as Greek hoplites in ancient Chinese sieges.

Matthew’s work bridges historical re-creation with academic rigor, offering fresh perspectives on classical military systems. His research often intersects with economic and religious dimensions of warfare, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to ancient military studies.