Ian Kershaw is a renowned English historian and author, whose body of work has primarily centered on the social history of 20th-century Germany, garnering him widespread recognition as one of the world's leading authorities on Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany, particularly renowned for his meticulously researched biographies of Hitler.
As the protégé of the esteemed German historian Martin Broszat, Kershaw held the esteemed position of professor at the University of Sheffield until his retirement, crediting Broszat as an "inspirational mentor" who profoundly influenced his understanding of National Socialist Germany.
Throughout his illustrious career, Kershaw has served as historical consultant on numerous BBC documentaries, including the critically acclaimed The Nazis: A Warning from History (1997) and War of the Century (1999),and has taught a module titled "Germans against Hitler", showcasing his extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of German history.
