Cumberland, MD— The National Fire Heritage Center (NFHC) is now accepting article submissions for Issue No. 2 of The Fire Heritage Review, the peer‑reviewed journal dedicated to documenting, preserving, and interpreting the history of the American fire and emergency services.
Following the successful launch of the inaugural issue, the Fire Heritage Review continues its mission to expand the historical record of fire protection, fire service culture, emergency management, and related public safety fields. Scholars, fire service professionals, historians, archivists, students, and researchers are invited to contribute original work that advances the study of America’s fire heritage.
Topics of Interest
Submissions may explore a wide range of subjects, including but not limited to:
- Fire department history at the local, regional, or national level
- Significant incidents, innovations, or turning points in fire protection
- Biographical studies of fire service leaders
- Fire apparatus, equipment, and technological development
- Emergency management and civil defense history
- Cultural, social, or community dimensions of the fire service
- Archival, preservation, or museum practices related to fire heritage
Interdisciplinary and comparative studies are also welcome.
Submission Guidelines
Authors should prepare manuscripts that reflect strong historical research, clear documentation, and original analysis. Full submission guidelines, formatting requirements, and deadlines are available on this webpage.
About the Fire Heritage Review
Published by the National Fire Heritage Center, the Fire Heritage Review is the nation’s only peer‑reviewed fire service journal dedicated exclusively to fire protection and fire service history. The journal supports NFHC’s broader mission to collect, preserve, and share the historical record of America’s fire and emergency services for future generations.
About the National Fire Heritage Center
The National Fire Heritage Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to preserving the legacy of the American fire service. Through archival stewardship, historical research, and public education, NFHC safeguards the stories, documents, and artifacts that define the nation’s fire protection heritage.
Contact
For questions about submissions or journal policies, please email the journal editor
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