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2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

HIS 556 - Civil War and Reconstruction


Catalog Year: 2017-2018

An exploration of the momentous social, political, economic, and military struggles in America during and after the Civil War. Particular attention will be given to the causes of the war: blacks in slavery and freedom; economic changes in the North and South; interpretations of military victory and defeat; party politics, the Constitution, and debates over the uses of power.

Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
Credit: 3