Jack Hawkins
Expertise
Motoring, Home Cinema Technology, Military History
- Jack covers motoring, military history, and general tech for SlashGear.
- During his master's degree in military history, he wrote about the Vietnam War, the Allied bombing campaign against Nazi Germany, the importance of Saratoga in the American Revolutionary War, and the Suez Crisis of 1956, which was the subject of his dissertation.
- A "petrol head," he has covered numerous industry events, including a Q&A with "The Grand Tour" host Jeremy Clarkson.
Experience
Jack joined Static Media in 2021 and writes for /Film, Tasting Table, and SlashGear. A keen traveler and motorist, he has driven thousands of miles across Europe and the United States. He is particularly fond of Alfa Romeos, muscle cars, roadsters, and trucks from the '80s and '90s. Jack is also a home cinema obsessive, tinkering ad infinitum with TVs, projectors, and sound systems. Outside of Static, you can find Jack's writing at Rotten Tomatoes and Authory.
Education
Jack has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in military history.
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Stories By Jack Hawkins
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Tanks have had a big role in warfare for over a century, and while the main battle tank is still king, there've been a lot of different designs over the years.
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Microsoft is one of the biggest companies in tech, with iconic products like Windows and Word, but its road to success definitely had some shady pitstops.
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American air power was a core part of Vietnam war effort, providing reconnaissance, defense, and offense. Here are the most impactful U.S. jets in the conflict.