When was James Graham-Campbell born?
James Graham-Campbell entered the world on the 7th of February 1947. This date marks the beginning of a life that would eventually reshape our understanding of Viking history in Britain.
Questions about James Graham-Campbell
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Where did James Graham-Campbell study at university?
James Graham-Campbell pursued higher education at Trinity College, Cambridge where he earned both a Bachelor of Arts and a Doctor of Philosophy degree. Tradition at Cambridge allowed him to promote his initial bachelor's degree into a Master of Arts.
What academic positions did James Graham-Campbell hold during his career?
James Graham-Campbell served as an assistant lecturer in archaeology at University College Dublin between 1971 and 1973 before joining University College London for the rest of his career. He held the chair of Professor of Medieval Archaeology from 1991 until 2002 and later served as Special Professor of Viking Studies at the University of Nottingham from 2003 to 2012.
Which books has James Graham-Campbell published about Viking history?
James Graham-Campbell released major works including The Viking-Age gold and silver of Scotland covering the period from AD 850 to 1100 and Vikings in Scotland: an archaeological survey in 1998. His publications also include The Archaeology of Medieval Europe Volume 1 released in 2007 and Viking Art which appeared in 2013.
When was James Graham-Campbell elected a Fellow of the British Academy?
James Graham-Campbell was elected a Fellow of the British Academy in 2001 after being elected a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London on the 3rd of March 1977. These honors acknowledge his contributions to the field of archaeology and humanities.