HIST 282 - The Modern Middle East

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

An examination of the Middle East (Egypt and the Arab East, Turkey, Israel, and Iran) from the 19th century to the present. An effort is made to relate recurring upheavals in the area, including conflicts between ethnic-religious groups and economic classes, to structural transformations. Topics include: the end of the Ottoman and Safavid empires; Western imperialism and colonialism; Middle Eastern nationalism; the Arab-Israeli conflict; the economics and politics of oil; the Islamic revival; the U.S. invasion and Iraq; and women's history. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Mr. Fischbach.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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