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Dr. Iain B Banks is a Senior Lecturer in History and Battlefield Archaeology at the University of Glasgow, where he serves as Executive Director of the Centre for Battlefield Archaeology. His research focuses on prehistoric warfare, 20th-century conflict archaeology, and the material culture of historical conflicts. He has led projects across the UK, Europe, and Africa, emphasizing geophysical surveys and excavations at sites like prisoner-of-war camps and battlefield landscapes.
Dr. Banks actively contributes to the MLitt program in Battlefield and Conflict Archaeology, integrating field methodologies with historical analysis. His editorial work includes serving as editor of the Journal of Conflict Archaeology, where he emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understanding conflict through material remains.
Notable projects include studies of World War II prisoner camps (e.g., Cultybraggan), World War I trench systems, and the archaeology of the Siege of Leith (1560). His work often bridges academic research with community engagement, such as collaborative projects in Finnish Lapland and Scottish heritage sites.
He has supervised doctoral students on topics ranging from Allied special operations in WWII to the material culture of female militants in early 20th-century Britain. His publications span 30+ peer-reviewed articles, edited volumes, and reports, reflecting his expertise in military history, landscape change, and dark heritage.
