AMH 2051 - War and Society

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Pasco-Hernando State College

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Description:

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the relationship between war and society. It will focus on the rationale used by presidents and dictators for fighting wars as well as the roles of diplomats and generals in causing or preventing conflict. This course will also examine the experience of war from the perspective of civilians, soldiers, and the military institutions as participants. The course is designed to examine war as a "crucible"in that it produces far-reaching impacts in society and culture. Finally, this course will use the case study method in the examination of war and society by focusing on three critical issues in American history, i.e. the internment of Japanese - Americans, the role of women in war, and the Vietnam War as examined in the My Lai Massacre and the subsequent court-martial of Lt.William L.Calley, Jr.This course satisfies the Gordon Rule writing requirement. A grade of "C" or higher must beattained. 45 class hours. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores or ENC0010 and REA0002 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher for each course)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.phcc.edu

Phone Number:

(727) 847-2727

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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