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Dr Michael D. Bennett is a Lecturer in Early Modern British History at the University of Sheffield, affiliated with the School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities. His research focuses on the reciprocal relationship between early modern Britain and Caribbean plantation economies, examining the role of slavery and colonialism in shaping London's global commercial dominance. He has also led high-profile public engagement projects, including the Bank of England's Slavery & the Bank exhibition.
- BA (King’s College London, 2015)
- MRes (University of Kent, 2016)
- PhD (University of Sheffield, 2020)
His current work centers on the Caribbean sugar boom (1640s–1670s) and its impact on British economic and social development. He is also investigating the Bank of England’s historical links to slavery and the East India Company’s role in forced labor systems across the Indian Ocean. His research bridges social, economic, and colonial history, emphasizing transatlantic and global networks.
Recent publications analyze Caribbean plantation models, financial compensation post-abolition, and archival data transcriptions. He is supported by grants from the AHRC, Royal Historical Society, Huntington Library, and Eccles Centre, among others.
- John Carter Brown Library Short-Term Fellowship (2021)
- Society for Renaissance Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship (2020)
- Huntington Library Short-Term Fellowship (2020)
- AHRC International Placement Scheme Fellowship (2017)
- AHRC White Rose Competition PhD Scholarship (2016)
Dr Bennett collaborates with institutions like the Bank of England, Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospital, and Sheffield-based community groups, contributing to public policy and memorialization efforts. He has been featured in major media outlets such as The Guardian and BBC.
