The Journal of Southern History

About The Journal of Southern History

About The Journal of Southern History

The Journal of Southern History is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Southern Historical Association.

Key indicators: ISSN 00224642, 23256893.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

Publishing in The Journal of Southern History

When considering this journal, verify its current indexing status, editorial board, and recent publications to ensure it meets your needs for visibility and credibility.

• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
• Submission: Submit via the official journal website.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of The Journal of Southern History?
00224642, 23256893.

Who publishes The Journal of Southern History?
Southern Historical Association.

Where do I submit to The Journal of Southern History?
Via the official website.

Is The Journal of Southern History peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.