James Scythes
- Assistant Professor
- Department: History
- Institution: West Chester University of Pennsylvania
- Email: JScythes@wcupa.edu
Education
- B.A., History, Rowan University
- M.A., History, Villanova University
Research Interests
antebellum AmericaAmerican Civil War19th century military history
Opportunities
Work Study Positions Available: No
Grant Funded Positions Available: No
Course-Credit Research Opportunities Available: No
Volunteer Research Positions Available: No
Biography
Professor Scythes earned a B.A. in history at Rowan University and holds a Master of Arts in history from Villanova University. He teaches all of the 100-level History courses and has taught a course on the American Civil War. Professor Scythes also serves as a supervisor of student teachers. His research interests focus on antebellum America, American Civil War, and 19th century military history. Professor Scythes has published a number of encyclopedia articles, and in early 2016 his first book, "This Will Make a Man of Me": The Life and Letters of a Teenage Officer in the Civil War, will be published by Lehigh University Press. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees at the Gloucester County Historical Society.
Contact Information
Phone: 610-436-2212
List of Publications
- "This Will Make a Man of Me": The Life and Letters of a Teenage Officer in the Civil War, Lehigh University Press, 2016
