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Questions about Pacific Historical Review

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What is the Pacific Historical Review and who publishes it?

The Pacific Historical Review is a quarterly academic journal published by University of California Press. It is the official publication of the Pacific Coast Branch of the American Historical Association.

When was the Pacific Historical Review founded and who was its first editor?

The Pacific Historical Review was established in 1932. John Carl Parish served as its founding editor-in-chief.

What topics does the Pacific Historical Review cover?

The journal covers the history of American expansion to the Pacific and beyond, as well as post-frontier developments of the 20th-century American West. Each issue also includes an extensive book review section and frequent review essays.

Who is the current editor of the Pacific Historical Review?

The current editor is Marc Simon Rodriguez of Portland State University.

Who were the past editors of the Pacific Historical Review?

Past editors include John C. Parrish (1932-1936), Louis Knott Koontz (1936-1947), John Caughey (1947-1968), Norris Hundley Jr. (1968-1996), and David A. Johnson, Carl Abbott, and Susan Wladaver-Morgan (1997-2014).

How often is the Pacific Historical Review published?

The Pacific Historical Review is published quarterly by University of California Press.