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Are you a university, professional military education (PME) institution, research institute, or government agency interested in print subscriptions to Inter Populum? Contact us to learn more about institutional and bulk subscription options.

We are proud to partner with our sister publication, Small Wars Journal, to deliver practitioner-informed, operationally relevant insights on irregular warfare and strategic competition, elevating serious, authentic voices across the small wars community.

Call for Book Reviews!

Inter Populum: The Journal of Irregular Warfare and Special Operations is seeking book reviews on published works relevant to special operations, irregular warfare, and strategic competition. We welcome reviews of theoretical, historical, operational, or policy-oriented books with a regional or global focus.

Reviews should:

  • Summarize the book’s purpose, structure, and key arguments
  • Provide brief author background
  • Identify the intended audience
  • Offer a thoughtful, balanced critique

Submission Requirements:

  • 800–1,200 words, double-spaced (Word, 12pt Times New Roman)
  • Full bibliographic details (author, title, publisher, year, pages, price if available)
  • Short bio + high-resolution photo

Submit or inquire:
Dr. Mark Grzegorzewski, grzegorm@erau.edu