Conor Robison hails from Chicago but came to Ireland in pursuit of a masters degree in military history. Having gained the coveted parchment from Maynooth University, he resides in Ireland. You can find his work in History Ireland, Medieval World, the Journal of the American Revolution, and other periodicals.
Education
MA Military History and Strategic Studies — Maynooth University, 2025
BA Philosophy and Religion — Truman State University, 2019
BA Creative Writing — Truman State University, 2019
Areas of Expertise
When the President of Texas Declared His Own Navy to be Pirates
Discover the wild history of the Texas Navy, where Sam Houston declared his own fleet pirates after a mutinous campaign against Mexico.
Why the Republic of Texas Forced the Cherokee Out Forever
The tragic history of the Texas Cherokee expulsion, from Sam Houston's treaties to Lamar's "exterminating war" and the Battle of the Neches.
Why Mexico Tried to Reconquer Texas Six Years After the Alamo
This is the story of the forgotten 1842 Mexican invasion of Texas. From the capture of San Antonio to the decisive victory at the Battle of Salado Creek.
What If Santa Anna Had Won the Battle of San Jacinto?
What if the Mexican army hadn't taken a siesta? Explore the alternate history where Santa Anna won at San Jacinto.
Why the Battle of San Jacinto Was More Important Than the Alamo
The Alamo gets the fame, but San Jacinto won the war. Discover how an 18-minute battle and the capture of Santa Anna changed America forever.
Why the Siege of Clonmel Was Oliver Cromwell’s Greatest Military Reverse
Oliver Cromwell was nearly invincible until he reached the walls of Clonmel. Discover why his New Model Army suffered its most brutal reverse in Ireland.
Why the Battle of Lundy’s Lane Stopped the US Conquest of Canada
Thomas Jefferson thought conquering Canada would be a "mere matter of marching." Discover how the carnage at Lundy's Lane proved him wrong.
Why Pope Leo Called for Peace on a Battlefield of the First Crusade
On the first battlefield of the First Crusade, Pope Leo called for peace. He could not have picked a more appropriate spot.