Valedictory Lecture: Anti-fascism in British politics and culture 1933-1945

Tom Buchanan, Professor of Modern British and European History and Fellow of Kellogg College, delivers his valedictory lecture exploring Britain’s response to the rise of fascism between 1933 and 1945. Drawing on decades of research, Professor Buchanan will examine how British society, politics and culture responded to the emergence of both domestic fascist movements, including the British Union of Fascists, and the growing threat posed by fascist regimes across Europe.

The lecture will consider the effectiveness of popular anti-fascist mobilisation, the role of the British imperial state, and the experiences of individuals whose lives were shaped by this turbulent period. Reflecting on a subject with enduring contemporary relevance, Professor Buchanan will also share how this lecture marks the culmination of one chapter of his academic career while offering a glimpse into the future direction of his research.

This event is open to anyone with an interest in modern British history, politics and the ways in which the past continues to inform the present.

Registration required.

Open to: General Public,