Read the Editorial of the May 2025 issue of the IJMH.

Cátia Antunes and Michiel van Groesen write about the value of maritime history and policy

Abstract:

The study of maritime history and policy offers profound insights into the economic, political and social dynamics that have shaped global interactions across centuries. The articles presented in this issue bring together diverse perspectives on maritime trade, legal frameworks, diplomacy and the lived experiences of sailors, merchants and policymakers, enriching our understanding of seaborne activities from the medieval period to the present.

Read the entire editorial at

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/08438714251330348