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Matthew J Strickland is a Professor of Medieval History at the University of Glasgow, where he specializes in the study of warfare, political culture, and chivalry in medieval Britain and Europe. His principal research theme explores the nature of aristocratic rebellion from the eleventh to the early fourteenth centuries, analyzing how armed opposition against rulers was justified and controlled. Strickland has published significant works in the field, including 'War Chivalry: Conduct Perception War England Normandy, 1066-1217' and 'Biography Henry Young King, 1155-1183', which investigates concepts of kingship during a pivotal period in English history. He has also contributed to notable compilations such as 'Military History Scotland,' which won the Saltire Society’s Scottish History Book of the Year in 2012. Strickland's publications and research reflect a deep engagement with medieval warfare and its societal implications, examining the roles played by military leaders and the cultural responses to conflict during the period. His contributions to academia extend beyond publications, as he has supervised numerous doctoral theses focusing on various aspects of medieval history.