Alfred Fabian Young was an American historian, regarded as a pioneer in social history of the American Revolution. His work focused on the lives of ordinary people and their roles in pivotal historical events. A staunch advocate for academic freedom, Young championed the defense of professors with non-mainstream political views, becoming a significant figure in the protection of historians. His later writings delved into the detailed examination of lesser-known individuals and their contributions to American history.
Contributors include Alfred F. Young, Gary J. Kornblith, John M. Murrin, Allan Kulikoff, Edward Countryman, Peter H. Wood, W. J. Rorabaugh, Alan Taylor, Michael Merrill, Sean Wilentz, and Cathy N. Davidson.