When was History Today magazine first published?
History Today was first published in January 1951. It has been published monthly in London since that founding issue.
Questions about History Today
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Who founded History Today magazine?
History Today was founded by Brendan Bracken, who had served as Britain's Minister of Information during the Second World War. He also chaired the Financial Times and was a close associate of Sir Winston Churchill.
Who were the founding co-editors of History Today?
The founding co-editors of History Today were Peter Quennell and Alan Hodge. Quennell served from January 1951 to October 1979, and Hodge served from January 1951 to June 1979.
What is the Longman-History Today Book of the Year award?
The Longman-History Today Book of the Year is the main prize at the annual Longman-History Today awards ceremony, held each year since 1997. It is awarded for an author's first or second published history book.
What is the History Today Trustees' Award and who has won it?
The Trustees' Award is presented to a person or organization that has made a major contribution to history. It is one of the prizes at the annual Longman-History Today awards ceremony. Professor David Olusoga is among past recipients.
What was History Review, the History Today sister publication?
History Review was a sister publication of History Today aimed at sixth form history students. It was launched in 1995 and published three issues per year. The final issue appeared in April 2012.