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Questions about Foreign Affairs

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Foreign Affairs begin publishing?

The Council on Foreign Relations began publishing Foreign Affairs on the 15th of September 1922. This quarterly magazine emerged from a nonprofit organization founded in the summer of 1921 to bring together experts on statecraft, finance, industry, education, and science.

Who wrote the doctrine of containment for Foreign Affairs?

George F. Kennan published his doctrine of containment in the July 1947 issue of Foreign Affairs. This reworking of the Long Telegram became the basis for American Cold War policy.

What is the readership count for Foreign Affairs print and online?

Foreign Affairs total readership reached 303,000 for the print magazine while the website attracted 1.2 million unique visitors per month. Since the end of the Cold War and especially after the September 11 attacks, the journal's readership grew significantly.

Which editors have led Foreign Affairs since its founding?

Archibald Cary Coolidge served as editor from 1922 until 1928 when Hamilton Fish Armstrong took over. Armstrong led the publication from 1928 through 1972 before William P. Bundy assumed the role for six years.

How many books does Foreign Affairs review per issue?

Since its inception Foreign Affairs has included a long book review section typically reviewing 50 or more books per issue. Harry Elmer Barnes authored a recurring section titled Some Recent Books on International Relations beginning with the first issue in 1924.