HISTORY 119 - U.S.History to 1865

Institution:

Bard College

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Description:

American Studies An introduction to the major themes and events in American history from the colonial era up until the end of the Civil War and beginning of Reconstruction. This course focuses on particular themes such as the definition of those "outside"of European empires, the contest over American continental "imperialism" betweenEuropeans and Indians, the definition and production of an "American (U.S.)" identity, andthe economic and political ramifications resulting from the transition of a household mode of production to a factory mode of production. The development of American regionalism and the United States as a nation, as well as major events in American history, such as the American Revolution and the CivilWar, are considered in the context of changes that were shaped by the lives of everyday people.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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