HIST 323 - Civil War America

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Ursinus College

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Dr. Hemphill This course on America's "testing time" will begin with an exploration of conditions in American societafter c. 1820 that gave rise to the American Civil War (especially the institution of slavery and the cultural, economic and political divergence of the North and South). It will then consider the war experience from military, political and home front perspectives, concluding with the aftermath of war in the Reconstruction era. Readings will draw on a mix of primary and secondary material. Three hours per week. Four semester hours. Note: This course will be offered every third year, in rotation with 321 and 322. (H, D.)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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