History 391S - S-Spanish Civil War

Often seen as a prelude to World War II, the Spanish Civil War (1936-39) was the first major international confrontation between the ideologies of republicanism, fascism, anarchism, socialism and communism. The brutal struggle also left a deep mark on the cultural consciousness of the world, inspiring art such as George Orwell's book Homage to Catalonia and Robert Motherwell's series of paintings called ?Elegy to the Spanish Republic.? Using a variety of different media, including literature, art and film, we will examine the historical realities of the conflict and the memories produced in its aftermath.

Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only. The course work emphasizes the development of critical thinking and writing skills. Assignments include short essays and collaborative projects. Knowledge of Spanish is not required.