The Long 19th Century in the United States
HIST 239
Spring 2011 not offered
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| Crosslisting:
AMST 152 |
This course will introduce students to important themes in the history of the United States during the "long" 19th-century, from the early Republic to the World War I. These include continental expansion and U.S. imperialism, the creation of new markets, the development of agriculture and industry, the failure of slavery, and new currents of immigration. We will examine how enslaved and free people of many geographic origins contested the scope and significance of democracy, community, and nationhood through diverse expressions of support and dissent, protest, and reform. The interpretation of primary sources will form a significant part of weekly assignments, discussion, and exams. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS HIST |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (AMST)(HIST-MN)(HIST)(STS) |
Major Readings:
Charles Sellers, THE MARKET REVOLUTION
Harvey Green, FIT FOR AMERICA
Michael O'Malley, KEEPING TIME
Mary Ryan, CIVIC WARS
Eric Foner and Olivia Mahoney, A HOUSE DIVIDED
Alan Trachtenberg, THE INCORPORATION OF AMERICA
Glenda Gilmore, GENDER AND JIM CROW
Matthew Jacobson, BARBARIAN VIRTUES
Robert Rydell and Rob Kroes, BUFFALO BILL IN BOLGNA
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly response papers, one research paper, mid-term and final examinations. |
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