Historian David Olusoga, recently captivating audiences as a finalist on the hit show *Celebrity Traitors*, will deliver a compelling lecture in Edinburgh this Saturday.
His talk, “A Gun Through Time,” promises a journey into the pivotal role firearms have played in shaping global history and the destinies of those who lived through it.
Olusoga will focus on three specific weapons – the Thomson submachine gun, the Maxim gun, and the Lee Enfield rifle – each a catalyst for change in distinct conflicts.
These weren’t simply tools of war; they were instruments that dramatically altered the landscape of battle and the lives of soldiers across the world, ultimately converging on the battlefields of the First World War.
Many recognize Olusoga from *Celebrity Traitors*, where he and Nick Mohammed came agonizingly close to unmasking the ultimate deceiver.
The final moments of the show saw comedian Alan Carr cleverly manipulate the remaining “faithfuls,” securing victory as the last traitor standing.
Before becoming a familiar face on television, Olusoga honed his skills as a researcher on the BBC’s *Western Front*, laying the foundation for a distinguished career in historical programming.
His powerful documentary, *Britain’s Forgotten Slave Owners*, earned a prestigious BAFTA award in 2015, cementing his reputation for insightful and impactful historical storytelling.
Currently serving as Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester, Olusoga brings a wealth of academic rigor and passionate engagement to his work.
*The Traitors* has rapidly become a cultural touchstone, drawing viewers into a thrilling game of deception and deduction set against the dramatic backdrop of the Scottish Highlands.
The premise is simple yet compelling: a group of contestants, unaware of hidden traitors among them, must work together to identify and eliminate those who seek to undermine them.
The stakes are high, with a substantial prize fund on the line – a reward shared by the faithful if they succeed, or claimed by the traitors if they manage to reach the end undetected.
The celebrity version of the show, launched this year, has featured a dazzling array of British stars, further amplifying its popularity and captivating a wider audience.
