The Australia India Institute has announced the addition of Professor Peter Stanley as an Academic Fellow, enhancing its prestigious circle of scholars with one of Australia’s most accomplished military historians.
Professor Stanley, whose career spans over four decades, has made significant contributions to the study of military history, both in Australia and India.
Having served as the Principal Historian at the Australian War Memorial from 1980 to 2007 and as a Research Professor at UNSW Canberra from 2013 to 2023, Professor Stanley brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Institute.
His scholarly output includes 45 published books, among them the highly acclaimed “Bad Characters: Sex, Crime, Mutiny, Murder and the Australian Imperial Force,” which was a joint winner of the Prime Minister’s Prize for Australian History in 2011.
Professor Stanley’s work has not only enriched the field of Australian military history but has also extended to significant studies on British India.
His 2015 book “Die in Battle, Do Not Despair: the Indians on Gallipoli, 1915,” represents the first comprehensive study of the Indian Army’s role in the Gallipoli campaign, highlighting his commitment to exploring lesser-known facets of military history.
His other notable works include “Terriers in India: British Territorials 1914-19” (2019), “Hul! Hul!: the Suppression of the Santal Rebellion, Bengal, 1855″ (2022), and the forthcoming “John Company’s Armies: The Military Forces of British India 1824-57″ (2024), further cementing his reputation as a leading historian in the domain.
In addition to his non-fiction works, Professor Stanley has ventured into historical fiction with novels set in India, adding a creative dimension to his scholarly pursuits.
The Australia India Institute has expressed its privilege in welcoming such an esteemed historian to its ranks. Professor Stanley’s addition is seen as a significant enhancement to the Institute’s mission to strengthen bilateral relations through academic and cultural exchange.
“Professor Stanley’s remarkable career and extensive publications have not only contributed to our understanding of military history but have also bridged cultural gaps between Australia and India. We are delighted to welcome him as an Academic Fellow and look forward to his contributions to our initiatives,” stated a statement from the Australia India Institute.
As the Institute continues to foster scholarly exchange and deepen ties between Australia and India, the inclusion of Professor Stanley is expected to provide fresh insights and perspectives, particularly in the area of historical and military studies.
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