Richard Fisher is an academic working for Cranfield University where he specialises in contemporary issues relating to the defence industry. He also researches the history of Vickers machine gun and its use. He is the founder of the Vickers MG Collection and Research Association, which runs www.vickersmg.org.uk as well as managing an international-renowned collection. He has previously worked in the defence industry and for local government and is a Trustee of the Small Arms School Corps Infantry Weapons Collection Trust.
