HIST 631: Era of the American Revolution

HIST 631-001: Era of the American Revolution
(Fall 2012)

07:20 PM to 10:00 PM W

Krug Hall 253

Section Information for Fall 2012

This course will explore recent approaches to the study of the American Revolution, considered broadly as the period from the end of the French and Indian War through the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Important themes include the social causes of the American Revolution; the cultural basis of political identity; the role of women and African Americans in the War for Independence; the development of representative institutions at the state and federal level; and transatlantic connections between the American, French, and Haitian Revolutions. Students will be expected to write three short papers on the readings; participate in class discussions; and do a final take-home essay exam. This course fulfills the “Origins to 1861” requirement in US History.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Examines history and historiography of revolutionary era, with special emphasis on social and ideological interpretations of period. Includes events leading to War for Independence, war itself, and social and political effects of war on American society. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

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