Dr. Alex Souchen

Biography

Alex Souchen is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Guelph, specializing in the fields of environmental history and the history of war and society. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Ottawa in 2008, followed by a Master’s degree from the same institution in 2010, and culminated in a Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario in 2016. In addition to his current role, he has held various academic positions including Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph and Postdoctoral Fellow at notable institutions such as the Royal Military College of Canada and Trent University. His research encompasses pivotal topics such as environmental history during war, including the impact of munitions disposal in marine environments and Canada's military-industrial complex. Souchen has published extensively in academic journals and anthologies, exploring subjects such as the consequences of military pollution and the historical narratives surrounding underwater munitions. He teaches a range of courses, focusing on the interplay between science, technology, war, and societal impacts during historical crises. His work aims to contribute significantly to the understanding of how technology and warfare shape environmental conditions, revising traditional narratives about Canadian history during the World Wars.

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