Hello, all. I'm a history buff, particularly interested in military history. I'd really like to study it at college. Do you guys know of any institutions that offer a degree in military history?
Sure, there are certainly schools that offer specific focus on military history either as a subdiscipline of a History degree or as a specific strand within War Studies.
For example, Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont, has a special military history program and it's notable for being the oldest private military college in the U.S.
Another institution to check out is King's College London in the UK, which offers a BA in War Studies. Though it's not specifically titled "military history," the curriculum delves deeply into the subject matter you're interested in.
Also, Ohio State University has a strong program where you can concentrate on military history as part of the History major. The benefit of this kind of program is you'll get a broad grounding in history as a discipline, but you can choose to specialize in the area you're passionate about, which is military history.
Remember, whilst these programs allow you to focus specifically on military history, any good History program at essentially any university will allow you to take classes focusing on wars, the military, and similar themes. Additionally, consider reaching out to faculty in departments you're interested in to see if there are opportunities for independent research in military history. Good luck with your journey!
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