Comparative Revolutions
Description
(Also HIS 361) This course will examine the “democratic” Revolutions in the United States, France, and Haiti. Precipitating events, choices, and outcomes will be analyzed through the process of comparing and contrasting the revolutions in each location. The treatment of racial, ethnic, and religious minorities will be given special consideration when considering ideas of citizenship and nationhood. Each student will write a major (20 page) research paper for this course.
Division
Interdisciplinary
Subject
Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Topic Code
Writing Intensive
Prerequisite(s)
With a minimum grade of C- or higher