HIST 365 - The Gulf War

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

This course studies the origins and course of the 1991 Gulf War between Iraq and a coalition of nations headed by the U.S. In addition, it probes a number of ongoing issues raised by it.A central dimension of the course is the study and discussion of issues whose impact extends beyond the immediate context of the GulfWar. These include the role of "weapons of mass destruction" in modern warfare; the morality of war and sanctions; environmental destruction during wartime; human rights; international relations in the post-ColdWar era; the role of the media in modern warfare; and the experience of warfare for women and children. Speaking-intensive. 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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