Network on Ancient and Modern Imperialisms

This project has ended. Our colleagues continue to work on the subject outside of the project. Please see our research page for current information about our research activities and areas.

Why did Napoleon invoke the example of Alexander the Great in his speeches and actions? How did British writers compare their own empire to the Roman Empire? What can we learn from writers today who compare the USA to the empires of the past?

The Network on Ancient and Modern Imperialisms is an attempt to discuss the relationship between ancient and modern imperialisms and to assess how this relationship has contributed to the historical understanding of empire.

The Network: about us
Workshops and conferences
Members

Convenors

The convenor of the Network on Ancient and Modern Imperialisms is Phiroze Vasunia.