War Comes to Middletown, 1910-1920
HIST 171
Spring 2016 not offered
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| Certificates: Civic Engagement |
| Course Cluster: Service-Learning, Urban Studies |
This seminar will explore the history of the Middletown area, which in many respects has been a microcosm of New England--even of the U.S. The primary focus will be the era of the First World War. How did the people, businesses, schools, labor unions, political parties, churches, fraternal societies, and other organizations in this area participate in the war? How were they affected by the war? What was the long-term impact? Students in the seminar will learn more about this significant area and also will learn how to do original research. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS HIST |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
David Kennedy, OVER HERE: THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND AMERICAN SOCIETY
Peter Hall, MIDDLETOWN: STREETS, COMMERCE, AND PEOPLES, 1650-1981
Elizabeth Warner, A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF MIDDLETOWN
Essays written by Wesleyan students in the past
Scholarly articles and primary documents
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Examinations and Assignments:
Response papers, rough draft of research essay, and completed essay (20-25 pp.) |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
The seminar involves trips to the Connecticut State Library, Special Collections and Archives at Olin Library, Russell Library, and other venues. |
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