A faculty member at Saint Vincent College since 1998, Dr. Gil Bogner specializes in the medieval period of European history (ca.500-ca.1500). In his courses, he seeks to dispel the many myths of this most misunderstood and maligned epoch of the human past while guiding students in understanding and appreciating its rich and influential culture. Dr. Bogner resides in Greensburg, PA, with his wife, son, and three cats. His love of Star Wars, Star Trek, Dungeons & Dragons, graphic novels, vintage toys, and classic rock is legendary!
Education
PhD, Ohio University MA, Ohio University BA, Ohio State University
Courses
Ancient Greece and Rome Medieval Europe c.500-1500 Curious Medieval Culture War in Medieval Europe Voices of Medieval Women Medieval Europe on Film Joan of Arc: Life & Legend
Research Interests
Medieval England Medieval Military History Medieval Knighthood Toys in Medieval Culture
Selected Publications
“The Diplomatic Career of Sir John Colville (ca. 1365–ca. 1447).” _Medieval People: Social Bonds, Kinship, and Networks_ 36 (2022): 67-106.
“’To brave hardship willingly’: Sir Ralph Gray and the Siege of Roxburgh.” _Archaeologia Aeliana_, 5th ser., 42 (2013): 161-79.
“’Military’ Knighthood in the Lancastrian Era: the Case of Sir John Montgomery.” _Journal of Medieval Military History_ 7 (2009): 104-26.
“Alchemists, Pirates, and Pilgrims: Toward a Revised Model of English Knighthood in Lancastrian England.” _The Ricardian: Journal of the Richard III Society_ 16 (2006): 100-12.
“The English Knights of 1434: A Prosopographical Approach.” _Medieval Prosopography_ 25 (2004): 178-215. 36 (2022): 67-106.
