Professor Dr. Serge Durflinger

Biography

Serge Durflinger is a Full Professor at the University of Ottawa, specializing in Canadian history with a focus on veterans' history, World War commemoration, and Canadian diplomatic history. He has taught various courses related to Canadian External Relations and the impacts of war on Canadian society. His academic career is marked by significant contributions to the understanding of Canada's historical involvement in global conflicts, particularly in relation to French Canada during the world wars. Durflinger's expertise includes leading undergraduate and graduate students and supervising their research in these pivotal areas of Canadian history. He has published extensively on topics such as the commemorations of the Vimy Ridge battle and the societal impacts of the World Wars in Canada. His scholarly work is recognized for its depth and engagement with both historical events and contemporary implications for Canadian society.

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