History 115 - The Holocaust

Institution:

Allegheny College

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Description:

An introduction to the study of the past through an examination of various aspects of the Nazi regime and the Holocaust (1933-1945). Drawing upon personal recollections and reflections, historical accounts and analyses, biographies and autobiographies, and films and novels, the course explores the problem of the Holocaust. Specific topics are drawn from among the following: the role of the individual in history, historical forces versus freedom of choice, human motivation, individuals and organizations, freedom versus authority, class and ideological conflict, the nation state, nationalism, national minorities, and war and peace. Open to first-year students and sophomores only.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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