A 250-Year Arsenal of Innovation: A Call for Articles on American Defense Technologies

To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, "Cogs of War" is issuing a call for articles about the history of American defense innovation. The series seeks original essays that explore specific technologies, from historical weapons like the Gatling gun to modern systems involving AI, and their broader impact. Submissions should use a concrete invention as a lens to analyze how Americans have historically solved military problems and how these solutions influenced national life and institutions. The publication is accepting pitches until May 29, 2026, and will publish 15 submissions, with cash prizes awarded to the top articles as voted by readers.