Mark White

Professor Mark White is a Professor of History at Queen Mary University of London's School of History. Specializing in 20th-century US history, his research focuses on the modern American presidency, Cold War foreign policy, and the legacy of figures like John F. Kennedy. He has authored nine books, including seminal works on the Cuban Missile Crisis and edited collections of declassified documents. Recognized for his expertise, he delivered the prestigious Harry Allen Memorial Lecture (2012) and was shortlisted for the Neustadt Prize (2007).

• Teaching: Offers courses on Cold War America, the Kennedy years, and US political history.
• Awards: Neustadt Prize nominee, Harry Allen Memorial Lecturer.
• Public Engagement: Featured in BBC History Magazine, BBC Radio 4, and a Netflix documentary on JFK.

His research interests span US foreign policy, leadership studies, and the intersection of image and political power. He has supervised six PhD students and actively mentors doctoral candidates studying post-WWII US presidencies.