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Air Force – 1926-1961 (B&W)

U.S. Air Force

The periodical features articles that delve into policy analysis, technological advancements, operational concepts, historical narratives, and personal stories related to the Air Force. Includes pieces on national security, aerospace technology, military operations, and strategic planning. Additionally, the magazine showcases interviews with key figures in the Air Force, providing insights into their roles and experiences.

Air Force Civil Engineer – 1972-1974 (B&W)

U.S. Air Force

Air Force Engineering & Services Quarterly – 1972-1986 (B&W)

U.S. Air Force

The aim of the publication is to disseminate knowledge and promote research in the field of engineering and services related to the Air Force, providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their findings and insights. It publishes articles of various types, including research papers, case studies, and technical reviews covering a wide range of subjects, including but not limited to infrastructure development, facility management, construction engineering and energy efficiency in Air Force operations.

All Hands

1930-2015

U.S. Navy

Magazine of the U.S. Navy, for its service members. Note that the links for 1920s and 2020s don’t work.

Armed Forces Journal – 2005-2014

1863-1961 (B&W)

U.S.

The journal publishes commentary and ideas for U.S. military officers and leaders in the defense community. Each issue features original review and analysis articles offering ideas and perspectives about military strategy, doctrine, technology, procurement, logistics, and more. It is aimed at an expert audience across all services, agencies and defense-related industries, with most readers being field-grade and flag officers.

Army Times

1940-1945, 1952-1961 (B&W)

Washington, DC: Army Times Publishing Co.

Weekly newspaper. Launched in 1940, it publishes news and information on important issues to Soldiers and the greater military community. Each issue features original articles covering military news, product reviews, and education and training programs. Published works cover a number of topics, such as pay and benefits, financial services, transitioning to civilian life, health care, gear and games, and travel and leisure, among others.

Army and Navy Chronicle – 1835-1842 (B&W)

U.S.: Benjamin Homans

The publication aimed to inform military personnel and enthusiasts alike, providing in-depth analysis and factual reporting on both historical and contemporary military matters. Its scope included articles on military strategy, equipment, training, personnel, and notable conflicts, along with editorials, reports, and commentary.

Army, Navy, Air Force Journal – 1917-1933, 1950-1961 (B&W)

U.S.

“Spokesman of the Services since 1863”. Weekly.

British Army Review

2018-Present

Army University Press

“The British Army Review is intended to provide a forum for the discussion of all matters of professional interest to the soldier.”

Envoy

2023-Present

UK: RAF Families Federation

For Royal Air Force families.

Homeport

2024-Present

UK: Naval Families Federation

For Royal Navy and Royal Marine families.

Joint Force Quarterly

1993-2015

U.S.: National Defense University

JFQ is the Chairman of the Joint Chief’s military and security studies journal designed to inform and educate national security professionals on joint and integrated operations.

Journal of the Air Force Historical Foundation

Air Power History 2000-2021

Journal of the Airforce Historical Association & Air & Space Power History 2022-2024

U.S.: Air Force Historical Foundation

From 2000 to 2021 this journal was called ‘Air Power History’, and in 2022 was ‘Air & Space Power History’. Free popular online Magazines about the history of military aviation.

Leatherneck – 1921-1961 (B&W)

U.S.: Marine Corps Association

Magazine of the Marines.

Marine Corps History

2015-2025

U.S.: Marine Corps University Press

Published twice a year on topics within the long history of the Marine Corps.

Military Review

1922-2024

Combined Arms Center, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas

“The Professional Journal of the U.S. Army”. Instructions: When you find an issue, you must open it with the icon in the top right corner of the cover page with double arrows, in order to read it.

Navy News

1955-Present

UK: Royal Navy

“The official newspaper of the Royal Navy.” Use the filters to find a year.

NCO Journal

2012-Present

Army University Press

The official magazine of noncommissioned officer professional development.

Parameters

1971- Present

U.S.: Army War College Press

A quarterly academic journal. The U.S. Army’s senior professional journal, covering strategy, land power, national security, and geostrategic issues.

PRISM

2009-2017

Defense Technical Information Center

Published by the Center for Complex Operations, PRISM is a security studies journal chartered to inform members of U.S. Federal agencies, allies, and other partners on complex and integrated national security operations; reconstruction and state-building; relevant policy and strategy; lessons learned; and developments in training and education to transform Americas security and development.

Soldier

2024-2026

UK Ministry of Defence

Magazine of the British Army. When the magazine appears, look for the “Archive” icon top right.

Stars and Stripes Newspaper

Issues 1943-1945

U.S. Armed Forces

The Stars and Stripes is a newspaper produced by the U.S. Armed Forces for its personnel. Issues in this set were published on the Africa front (1943) and then on the Mediterranean front (1943-1945) during World War II. The newspaper covered both war and non-war news.

United States Army Aviation Digest – 1956-1995 (B&W)

U.S. Army Aviation Center

It was a bi-monthly periodical published by the U.S. Army Aviation Center from 1955 until its cessation in 1995. Serving as a professional journal for the Army Aviation community, the Digest aimed to disseminate information, doctrine, and strategies pertinent to Army Aviation operations. It provided a forum for the exchange of ideas and experiences among aviation personnel, fostering professional development and awareness of the evolving landscape of military aviation technology and tactics. The periodical covered a wide array of subjects including but not limited to aircraft development, flight training, safety issues, mission reports, technical updates, and historical accounts.

Yank: The Army Weekly

1942 – Nov 1945

NY: U.S. War Department

Yank was a weekly magazine published by the U.S. Army during World War II, primarily for soldiers. It contained news, humor, letters to the editor, stories about army units or dramatic incidents, and lots of photos.