معرفی
Christopher Gunn serves as Professor and Department Chair of History at Coastal Carolina University's College of Humanities. Originally from southeastern Connecticut, he teaches courses on World War II, the Cold War, Eastern Europe & the Balkans, the Middle East, and diplomacy.
Education
- Ph.D. in History from Florida State University (2014)
- M.A. in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island (2006)
- B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia (1999)
Research Focus
Professor Gunn specializes in Cold War history, with particular expertise in political violence, state terror, and post-conflict justice mechanisms. His research examines historical patterns of political violence and the processes societies use to achieve justice after periods of state-sponsored terror, taking a transnational approach that connects different regions affected by Cold War dynamics.
Publication Analysis
His scholarly work demonstrates deep engagement with Cold War interventions and US foreign policy decision-making, particularly in peripheral regions. The publication on the 1960 Turkish coup reveals his methodological approach combining archival research with analysis of intelligence operations and diplomatic history, focusing on how superpower competition influenced political developments in strategically important regions.
Professional Activities
- Department leadership as Chair of History
- Extensive international research experience across Europe, Middle East, and South America
- Curriculum development for regional history courses
