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Vincent Megaw
AM FAHA
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| Born | 1934 (age 90–91) |
| Alma mater | University of Edinburgh |
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Ruth
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John Vincent Stanley Megaw, born in 1934, is an archaeologist from Britain who later became an Australian citizen. An archaeologist is like a detective who studies the past by digging up old objects and buildings. Vincent Megaw is especially interested in the art and musical instruments from ancient times. He also studies the history of Australia and its nearby islands before Europeans arrived.
He is an expert in two main areas:
- Early Celtic art: This is the unique art style of the ancient Celtic people who lived in Europe.
- Contemporary Australian Indigenous art: This refers to the modern art created by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia.
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His Education and Early Work
Vincent Megaw went to school at University College School in Hampstead, England. He then studied at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. After his studies, he worked at many important archaeological sites in Europe. He also did important new work in the South Sydney area of Australia.
Working with Ruth Megaw
Vincent Megaw worked closely with his wife, Ruth Megaw. They did a lot of research together on the art from the European Iron Age. This was a time in history before the Roman Empire became powerful. They wrote several books and articles together about their discoveries. Ruth Megaw passed away in 2013.
His Career at Universities
In 1961, Vincent Megaw started working at the University of Sydney in Australia. He was a lecturer, teaching students about European Iron Age archaeology. Later, he became a Senior Lecturer.
From 1971 to 1982, he was a professor and head of the Archaeology Department at University of Leicester in England.
Flinders University
His first job at Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia, was in 1979. In 1995, he became a Professor of Visual Arts and Archaeology there. He retired from Flinders University in 2003.
Other Roles
Vincent Megaw also held other important positions. He was a Visiting Professor at the University of Edinburgh. From 1998, he was a Senior Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow in Scotland, working alongside his wife.
Awards and Recognition
Vincent Megaw has received special honors for his work:
- In 1985, he was chosen to be a member of the Australian Academy of the Humanities. This is a group that recognizes top experts in subjects like history, art, and languages.
- In 2004, he was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). This is an award given to people who have made a big difference to Australia or humanity.
Select Publications
- Megaw, Ruth and Vincent, Celtic Art, 1989, Thames and Hudson, ISBN: 0500050503
