Corrections Policy

We work hard to get history right, but no publication is perfect. When we make a mistake, we want to fix it quickly and transparently. This page explains how.

How to report an error

If you believe an article contains a factual error, please contact us. It helps if you can include:

• The article title or link.
• The specific statement you believe is incorrect.
• A source or reasoning supporting the correction, if you have one.

How we review reports

We review every good-faith correction request. We check the disputed claim against reputable sources, in line with our Fact-Checking Policy. We aim to respond within a few business days, though more involved cases — where the history itself is contested — can take a little longer.

How we correct content

• Minor fixes (typos, formatting, obvious slips) are corrected quietly and may not be separately noted.
• Substantive corrections (a changed fact, date, or claim) update the article and its “last updated” date so the change is visible. Where a correction materially changes something earlier readers may have relied on, we add a brief note within the article indicating what was corrected.

Updates vs. corrections

Not every change is a correction. We also revise articles to reflect new scholarship or to add detail. Routine updates are reflected in the “last updated” date, as described in our Editorial Policy.

Contact

To report an error or ask about a correction, reach out here. Thank you for helping us keep the record accurate.