Louis Pelzer Memorial Award

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must submit essay about any period or topic in the history of the U.S. (not to exceed 7,000 words including endnotes).

How to Apply

Apply directly through Organization of American Historians's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the December 1, 2026 deadline.

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