Tides of History Duels, Violence, and Conflict in Early Modern Europe: Interview with Professor Stuart Carroll
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Feb 6, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Professor Stuart Carroll, a historian from the University of York and author of "Blood and Violence in Early Modern France," delves into the tumultuous nature of early modern Europe. He explores the societal norms surrounding dueling and violence, emphasizing how honor shaped conflicts among the nobility. Carroll also analyzes the evolution of conflict resolution methods and draws parallels between past and present political violence, shedding light on the emotional currents that drive societal divisions today.
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Modern Violence
- Early modern European violence was not a medieval hangover.
- New social and cultural conditions, like the Reformation and social mobility, fueled conflict.
French Village Feud
- Two factions in a 17th-century French village feuded over resources as the state privatized assets.
- King Louis XIV eventually intervened, demonstrating the personal nature of kingship.
Conscious Responses to Violence
- Violence did not simply decline over time but decreased due to conscious responses to social changes.
- The state became more organized, and individuals adopted better behavior, leading to civility.
