About Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology
Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology is a peer-reviewed, open-access international
journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in history, archaeology, heritage studies and allied disciplines.
The journal provides a platform for historians, archaeologists, researchers and academicians to publish original research,
critical analyses and evidence-based studies that advance the understanding of human history, archaeology and cultural
heritage across diverse historical periods and geographical regions.
Peer Reviewed
Open Access
International
Bi-Annual
About the Journal
Established to promote excellence in historical and archaeological scholarship, Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology
welcomes original contributions in ancient, medieval, modern and contemporary history, archaeology, heritage studies, epigraphy, numismatics,
museum studies, historical geography, archival research and related disciplines. The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that enhances
the understanding of past societies, civilisations, cultures and material heritage through innovative methodologies and critical historical enquiry.
Our Commitment
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of historical and archaeological scholarship through editorial independence,
rigorous double-blind peer review, publication ethics and unrestricted global access to high-quality research.
Our Mission
To publish original, high-quality research that advances knowledge in history, archaeology and heritage studies while promoting academic integrity,
interdisciplinary collaboration and global accessibility through ethical scholarly publishing.
Our Vision
To become a leading international journal recognised for excellence in historical and archaeological research by promoting
innovative scholarship, critical historical enquiry and international academic collaboration.
Aims and Objectives
The journal aims to promote scholarly research that contributes to the understanding of history, archaeology
and cultural heritage through original research, critical analysis and interdisciplinary dialogue. It seeks to provide an
international platform for historical scholarship that enriches knowledge of past societies, civilisations and material culture.
Journal Governance and Editorial Integrity
The journal is managed by a team of experienced academics and editors who adhere strictly to the principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Editorial independence is fundamental to our publishing philosophy, ensuring that every manuscript is assessed solely on its originality, scholarly merit and contribution to historical knowledge.
Our transparent editorial process safeguards fairness, confidentiality and research integrity throughout submission, peer review and publication, while remaining free from commercial or political influence.
Our Interdisciplinary Commitment
Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology welcomes research that bridges history,
archaeology, anthropology, heritage studies, art history, museum studies, archival science, epigraphy,
numismatics, cultural studies and other related disciplines.
The journal encourages interdisciplinary approaches that provide new perspectives on the study of human history, archaeological evidence and cultural heritage.
Publication Frequency and Accessibility
Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology is published on a Bi-Annual basis. As a dedicated Open Access journal, we believe that scholarly knowledge should be freely available to researchers, educators and institutions worldwide without subscription barriers.
All published articles are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) licence, ensuring unrestricted access while protecting authors' intellectual contributions.
Diversity and Inclusion
The journal welcomes submissions from scholars across the world and encourages research representing diverse historical periods,
civilisations, archaeological traditions, regions and cultural heritage.
We are committed to providing an inclusive platform for both established researchers and emerging scholars.
Journal Sponsorship and Management
Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology is managed by its editorial board and publishing team with a commitment to ethical publishing, editorial transparency and international academic standards.
Our Core Values
Academic Excellence
Publishing high-quality, evidence-based historical and archaeological research.
Editorial Independence
Ensuring objective and unbiased editorial decisions based solely on scholarly merit.
Ethical Publishing
Maintaining transparency, fairness and integrity throughout the publication process.
Global Collaboration
Connecting researchers and institutions to promote international scholarly exchange.
Advancing Historical and Archaeological Scholarship Together
Historical Research: Journal of History and Archaeology welcomes original research that contributes to the advancement of historical and
archaeological scholarship. Through rigorous peer review, ethical publishing practices and unrestricted global access, the journal
remains committed to supporting high-quality research and meaningful scholarly exchange in history, archaeology and heritage studies.
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