Cross-Post: CFP Many Faces of War XI – March 4-6, 2026
From Graham Wrightson:
Call for Papers – The Many Faces of War XI, The Consequences of Conquest – March 4-6, 2026
Downtown Library, Sioux Falls, South DakotaIn honor of the 250th anniversary of American Independence we will examine the origins of war, conflict, or battle and if there is a difference between rebellion or revolution.
The study of warfare is often restricted to the sphere of military history and rarely allowed to transcend the artificial boundaries of historical study, namely those limited by geography and periodization. Throughout the ages war has had the greatest impact, not on the political elite who declare wars but on those who fight and die and their families and friends. This annual interdisciplinary conference aims to address both the experience and impact of war for those fighting as well as for those on the periphery.
This year’s theme is Rebellion or revolution and the origins of war
The conference aims at an interdisciplinary approach and underappreciated aspects of war and nation building are especially welcome. All periods of history are of interest.
We also welcome papers on any and all aspects of military history from any discipline.
The conference is aimed equally at postgraduate students, researchers in the early stages of their careers and established academics. We also hope to have a session for undergraduate students.
Send an abstract of 300 words and a brief bio to Graham Wrightson (graham.wrightson@sdstate.edu) BEFORE December 15th 2026.
(scheduled 30 June 2025)
