Editorial Policy & Standards
The Historical Military Archives maintains the highest standards of academic rigor, factual accuracy, and editorial transparency in presenting historical military documentation. Our editorial policy ensures that all content meets professional standards for historical research and educational use.
Accuracy & Fact-Checking Standards
Primary Source Requirements
- Multiple Source Verification: All historical claims must be supported by at least two independent, authoritative sources
- Primary Source Priority: Contemporary documents, official records, and eyewitness accounts take precedence over secondary sources
- Archive Documentation: All sources must be traceable to established historical archives or academic institutions
- Date Verification: All dates, locations, and sequences of events undergo independent verification
Research Methodology
- Cross-Reference Protocol: Every factual claim is cross-referenced against multiple authoritative databases
- Expert Consultation: Subject matter experts review content for technical accuracy and historical context
- Contemporary Context: All events are analyzed within their proper historical and geopolitical context
- Bias Assessment: Sources are evaluated for potential bias and balanced with opposing perspectives where appropriate
Peer Review Process
Editorial Review Stages
Stage 1: Initial Research Review
Reviewer: Research Director
Focus: Source verification, research methodology, preliminary fact-checking
Timeline: 5-7 business days
Stage 2: Subject Matter Expert Review
Reviewer: Board member with relevant expertise
Focus: Technical accuracy, historical context, military terminology
Timeline: 7-10 business days
Stage 3: Independent Verification
Reviewer: External academic consultant
Focus: Independent fact-checking, source validation, neutrality assessment
Timeline: 3-5 business days
Stage 4: Editorial Finalization
Reviewer: Editor-in-Chief
Focus: Final accuracy check, citation formatting, publication readiness
Timeline: 2-3 business days
Citation & Attribution Standards
Required Citation Elements
- Complete Bibliographic Information: Author, title, publisher, publication date, page numbers
- Archive References: Institution name, collection title, document number, access date
- Primary Source Attribution: Original document creator, date of creation, repository location
- Digital Source Verification: URL, access date, digital archive verification
Citation Format Standards
All citations follow the Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition) for historical documentation, ensuring consistency and academic credibility. Special attention is given to military sources and archival documentation standards.
Transparency & Disclosure Policy
Author Disclosure Requirements
- Credential Verification: All author credentials and affiliations are independently verified
- Expertise Documentation: Authors' relevant experience and specializations are clearly stated
- Conflict of Interest: Any potential conflicts of interest are disclosed in author biographies
- Review Process: The peer review process for each article is documented and available upon request
Source Accessibility
- Public Sources: Preference given to publicly accessible sources when possible
- Institutional Access: Private archive access is facilitated through our institutional partnerships
- Source List Availability: Complete source lists are maintained and available for academic verification
- Research Data Sharing: Raw research data is made available to qualified researchers upon request
Corrections & Updates Policy
Error Correction Protocol
- Immediate Response: Reported errors are acknowledged within 24 hours
- Investigation Timeline: All error reports undergo investigation within 5 business days
- Correction Implementation: Verified errors are corrected within 48 hours of confirmation
- Correction Documentation: All corrections are dated, documented, and permanently archived
Update Procedures
- New Evidence Integration: Content is updated when new historical evidence becomes available
- Scholarly Revision: Articles undergo periodic review to incorporate latest scholarly research
- Version Control: Previous versions are archived to maintain editorial transparency
- Change Notification: Significant updates are communicated to subscribers and academic partners
Ethical Standards & Guidelines
Research Ethics
- Intellectual Property: All copyrighted material is used in accordance with fair use guidelines
- Attribution Requirements: Original researchers and sources receive proper credit and attribution
- Cultural Sensitivity: Historical events are presented with appropriate cultural and historical context
- Balanced Perspective: Multiple viewpoints are considered when documenting controversial events
Publication Ethics
- Academic Integrity: All work adheres to standards of academic honesty and integrity
- Plagiarism Prevention: All content undergoes plagiarism screening before publication
- Original Research: Original analysis and interpretation are clearly distinguished from source material
- Peer Review Integrity: Reviewers are selected based on expertise and absence of conflicts of interest
Quality Assurance Measures
Content Quality Standards
- Educational Value: All content must demonstrate clear educational and research value
- Technical Accuracy: Military terminology and technical details undergo expert verification
- Historical Context: Events are presented within proper chronological and geopolitical context
- Accessibility Standards: Content is written to be accessible to university-level readers
Continuous Improvement
- Feedback Integration: User and academic feedback is regularly incorporated into policy updates
- Best Practices Review: Editorial policies are reviewed annually and updated as needed
- Technology Updates: Digital preservation and access methods are continuously improved
- Partnership Collaboration: Policies are developed in consultation with academic and institutional partners