HI 233 - History of Latin America

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

Subject:

Description:

This course will trace the history of Latin America from the major Pre- Columbian civilizations through the early 19th century. The focus of the course will revolve around the conflict between cultures, their transformation, and creation of new cultures. Discussion topics include: the Maya, Inca and Aztec civilizations, the discovery and founding of Spanish and Portuguese empires in the New World, development and integration of the empires into the world economy, the creation of new American cultures, the struggle for independence, and the problems of the new nations through the 19th century. Extensive use of maps, images, and primary source readings. Three credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2005 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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