Henry Farmer

Modern History Student, University of St Andrews

About Henry Farmer

Hello! I’m Henry, a second-year student at the University of St Andrews. Originally from Lancashire, I moved to Scotland in 2023 to pursue an undergraduate degree in modern history. Now entering my third year, my interests primarily revolve around late modernity, covering themes of empire, oppression, and propaganda.

                  For my Laidlaw research, I am focusing on youth targeted propaganda in Nazi Germany. Specifically, I am analysing the techniques used in the children’s literature of the Third Reich to skew the youth’s morality, comparing this to themes found in the contemporary U.S.. With the recent resurgence of far-right politics, I feel it is crucial to analyse the means and manner of indoctrination, particularly those centred on the youth. 

                  I look forward to connecting with you all and reading about your projects!

I am a/an:

Undergraduate Leadership & Research Scholar

University

University of St Andrews

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2025

Research Topic

History

I am from:

United Kingdom

I speak:

English

My hobbies/interests are:

Cycling Dance Gaming Music Reading Theatre

I am open to participating in mentoring/buddy programmes

Yes

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