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Kirrily Ann Freeman is a Professor of History at Saint Mary's University, serving as Director of Outreach and Experiential Learning. She holds a B.A. in European Studies from the University of Guelph, an MSc in Second World War Studies from the University of Edinburgh, and a Ph.D. in History from the University of Waterloo (2004). Her research focuses on 20th-century Western European cultural history, particularly examining the intersection of war, memory, and identity. She has authored books such as Bronzes to Bullets (2009) and The Town of Vichy and the Politics of Identity (2022), exploring themes like wartime monument destruction, post-war stigma management, and cultural preservation. Currently, she is researching the Monuments, Fine Arts and Archives (MFA&A) program's post-WWII legacy. Her work bridges historical scholarship with public engagement, reflected in exhibitions like Silence and Memory: The Lost Bells of Europe (2011). Academic leadership includes co-editing volumes like Reading the New Global Order (2022) and mentoring interdisciplinary studies in memory studies and cultural heritage.
Education:
- B.A. European Studies, University of Guelph
- MSc Second World War Studies, University of Edinburgh
- Ph.D. History, University of Waterloo (2004)
Research Interests:
- Cultural and material history of 20th-century Europe
- Memory studies, particularly post-war reconciliation
- WWII's impact on urban and symbolic landscapes
- Vichy France's political and cultural dynamics
Advising/Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, her directorship in experiential learning underscores her commitment to student engagement. Her research has been supported by institutional grants and collaborative projects with international archives.
Labs/Teams: Her work integrates with the Saint Mary's University Art Gallery and interdisciplinary history initiatives, emphasizing public history outreach.
