HIST 339 - America's Wars in Asia

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Susquehanna University

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Description:

Focus is on three major wars the Americans fought in Asia in the last century: the Pacific War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The course will examine the causes and the consequences of these wars within broader domestic, international, cultural, and historic contexts. It will carefully investigate the imprint the wars left on the peoples of the United States and Asia and will explore the human and cultural dimensions of the wars as an experience. Students will be introduced not only to American but also to Asian views of these wars, which are in conflict. Students are expected and strongly encouraged to challenge theexisting views and interpretations of the events. Prerequisite: 100-level history course or instructor's permission. 4 SH.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.susqu.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 374-0101

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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