The Irish Experience

Economic, political, and social developments in Ireland from the Act of Union to "the Troubles" in Northern Ireland. Focus is on divisive issues of land ownership, religious sectarianism, and the articulation of an Irish national identity. Some discussion of Irish emigration to the United States and the influence of Irish-American nationalism on Irish political movements. (Gen.Ed. HS)

U.S. History since 1876

The development of social, political, economic, and intellectual life in the United States from 1876 to the 1980s. Topics include late 19th-century industrialization, the farm crisis, urbanization; emergence as a world power; the Progressive Era; the 1920s, the Depression, World War II; domestic problems and foreign relations since 1945. Several sections, some emphasizing films. (Gen.Ed. HS)

West Thot Since 1600

Major historical developments from the beginning of secular state systems in the 17th century, with emphasis on Europe. Topics include the Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, nationalism, socialism, diplomacy and war. Coverage extends to the declining role of Europe in world affairs since World War II. (Gen.Ed. HS)
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