معرفی
William T. Allison is Professor of History at Georgia Southern University, where he has served as Chair of the Department of History since 2008. His expertise spans American military history, the Vietnam War, civil-military relations, and war commemoration. He holds a Ph.D. in History from Bowling Green State University (1995) and earlier taught at Weber State University and the University of Saint Francis. Notable affiliations include visiting professorships at the USAF Air War College, USAF School for Advanced Air and Space Studies, and the US Army War College (2012-2014).
- Education
- Ph.D. in History, Bowling Green State University (1995)
- M.A. in History, East Texas State University (1991)
- B.A. in History, East Texas State University (1989)
His research focuses on military policy, historical memory, and national security, with significant contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). Recent projects examine the Tet Offensive and America in 1968.
Key trends in his publications include analysis of military justice, war atrocities (e.g., My Lai), and postconflict commemoration across global contexts. His work bridges historical scholarship and policy studies.
- Scientific Awards
- Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal (2014)
Allison has served on the editorial board of the Journal of Military History and as series editor for Routledge’s Critical Moments in American History. He contributes to public history through lectures at institutions like Oxford, Cambridge, and the University of Zurich, emphasizing global perspectives on military history.
