01/07/2026
Looking for Talented Authors for Civil War News Magazine
Civil War News magazine invites submissions from researchers, historians, collectors, and serious students of the American Civil War who are prepared to move beyond surface-level narratives and contribute original, well-documented work to one of the field's longest-running publications.
We are particularly interested in writers who can present new interpretations, newly uncovered documentation, or overlooked material evidence related to the war and its era. Successful submissions often explore the conflict through the lens of weapons and equipment, battlefield operations, artillery and fortifications, unit histories, soldier life, logistics, industry, medical services, naval warfare, and the period's material culture. Articles grounded in artifact study, primary-source research, and technical analysis are especially encouraged.
Civil War News serves a readership that includes historians, museum professionals, battlefield preservationists, collectors, and deeply engaged enthusiasts. Therefore, we encourage submissions that are focused, evidence-based, and crafted in an engaging narrative style that maintains accessibility without compromising accuracy or depth.
If you are unsure whether your idea is appropriate for Civil War News, you are welcome to submit a proposal or outline before preparing a full article. Proposals should clearly explain the subject, the historical significance, and the primary sources or materials that support the work. A member of the Civil War News editorial team will review the concept and advise whether it should be developed into a complete manuscript.
We accept articles and photo-driven features of varying length and approach. Please note that Civil War News does not provide financial compensation for submissions. Publication offers contributors a professional platform, wide exposure within the Civil War community, and the opportunity to present original research to an established national audience.
Submission Guidelines (Summary)
• Topics may address any aspect of the Civil War era, including military operations, weapons and equipment, soldiers’ experiences, home-front activity, Reconstruction, and historical memory.
• All work must be original and not generated by artificial intelligence.
• Articles should generally fall between 1,000 and 2,500 words.
• Submissions must include proper endnotes following the Chicago Manual of Style.
• A brief professional biography must accompany all completed manuscripts.
• All articles must include imagery. Authors are expected to provide at least one image (3-5 preferred) with captions and proper credit. High-resolution files are required upon acceptance of an article.
Articles and proposals should be submitted as Microsoft Word documents (not PDFs) to:
[email protected]
Subject line: Article Submission
Previously published material may be considered only if the author retains full copyright and discloses prior publication at the time of submission.
Civil War News magazine is committed to publishing work that advances understanding of the American Civil War through careful research, responsible interpretation, and strong storytelling. We welcome inquiries from those who wish to contribute meaningful, original content to a publication read by the most dedicated members of the Civil War community.
