Histories Webinar | Novel Insights into Naval Warfare and Diplomacy in Medieval Europe, 22 April 2025

Naval warfare and diplomacy in the Middle Ages have increasingly captured the attention of historians, unveiling the significance of maritime power in shaping the political, economic, and cultural development of medieval Europe and the Mediterranean. While trade, exploration, and conquest have flourished through the opportunities offered by the sea, it has also posed considerable challenges, including threats from pirates and rival states. Diplomacy, closely tied to naval strength, emerged as an essential tool for forging alliances, negotiating treaties, and resolving conflicts.

This webinar aims to shed new light on these fascinating topics. It will explore not only the strategies and consequences of naval conflict but also delve deeper into the intricate networks, actors, and instruments of maritime diplomacy in the Middle Ages. The discussions will address a diverse array of themes, including the organization and functionality of medieval fleets, the role of economic resources in sustaining maritime endeavors, and the often-overlooked participation of women in naval warfare and diplomacy.

With a wide-ranging focus spanning methodology, social impacts, and regional perspectives, we aim to ignite thought-provoking conversations and inspire novel research in this dynamic field. We are thrilled to have you join us as we navigate through the currents of history and uncover the hidden treasures of medieval maritime studies.

Date: 22 April 2025 | 5:00 p.m. CEST | 11:00 a.m. EDT | 11:00 p.m. CST Asia

Webinar ID: 889 7161 1100

Website: https://sciforum.net/event/Histories-1

Program:

Speaker/Presentation	Time in CEST	Time in EDT
Prof. Dr. Jesús Ángel Solórzano Telechea Chair Introduction	5:00–5:10 p.m.	11:00–11:10 a.m.
Prof. Dr. Jesús Ángel Solórzano Telechea Introduction: Naval Warfare and Diplomacy in the Middle Ages	5:10–5:30 p.m.	11:10–11:30 a.m.
Dr. Victòria A. Burguera-Puigserver Intelligence on Threats: Municipal Management of Maritime Warnings in 15th Century Catalonia	5:30–5:50 p.m.	11:30–11:50 a.m.
Prof. Abdeldjabar Seddiki Gibraltar: The Military and Diplomatic Importance of a Strategic Strait During the Middle Ages	5:50–6:10 p.m.	11:50–12:10 p.m.
Dr. Pablo García Fuente Maritime Predation in the Bay of Biscay at the End of the Middle Ages	6:10–6:30 p.m.	12:10–12:30 p.m.
Q&A Session	6:30–6:50 p.m.	12:30–12:50 p.m.
Prof. Dr. Jesús Ángel Solórzano Telechea Closing of Webinar	6:50–7:00 p.m.	12:50–1:00 p.m.

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Webinar Chairs and Keynote Speakers:

Prof. Dr. Jesús Ángel Solórzano Telechea, GOBPORT Research Group, Department of Historical Sciences, University of Cantabria, Spain;
Dr. Victòria A. Burguera-Puigserver, Center for European History and Cultural Studies (ZEGK); Ruprecht-Karls-University Heidelberg, Germany;
Prof. Abdeldjabar Seddiki, University Centre of Nour El Bachir, Algeria;
Dr. Pablo García Fuente, GOBPORT Research Group, Department of Historical Sciences, University of Cantabria, Spain.

Relevant Special Issue:

“Novel Insights into Naval Warfare and Diplomacy in Medieval Europe”

Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Jesús Ángel Solórzano Telechea

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025