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John Freeman is a historian specializing in the early modern Baltic and Atlantic worlds. He is affiliated with the Department of Modern History at the University of Warsaw, where he conducts research on transregional colonial networks. His work bridges Eastern European, German, and Atlantic histories, with a focus on lesser-known colonial actors such as the Duchy of Courland.
His research interests include:
- Colonial ambitions of the Duchy of Courland
- Interactions between the Baltic and Atlantic regions in the 17th century
- Colonialism and constructions of indigeneity in Northern Europe
- Transregional trade and diplomatic networks
- Polish-Lithuanian involvement in Atlantic colonialism
The trends in his recent publications reveal a strong focus on re-evaluating the global reach of small European states during the early modern period. His work challenges traditional narratives by highlighting the interconnectedness of the Baltic and Atlantic worlds, particularly through the lens of the Duchy of Courland’s colonial endeavors. Themes of neutrality, peripheral agency, and forgotten colonial histories recur across his scholarship, situating Eastern and Central European polities within broader imperial and maritime histories.
Scientific awards and honors:
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John Freeman has not advised any students mentioned in the text, and no information about grants or funding is available. However, his research has been supported through affiliations with institutions such as the Interdisciplinary Centre for Baltic Sea Research at the University of Greifswald and the Centre for Geopolitics at the University of Cambridge.
He has been associated with research centers including:
- Interdisciplinary Centre for Baltic Sea Research, University of Greifswald
- Centre for Geopolitics, University of Cambridge
