HIST 325 - Radicalism,Terrorism,and Violence in American History

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Virginia Wesleyan University

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An examination of dissent, radical politics, terrorism, and political violence in American history. Radicalism in all forms in American history is studied from the colonial era to the present. We examine the impact and influence of historically important forms of violence, political crime, and state repression on American politics, culture, society, and economy. Students examine the rise of different radical political ideologies and parties, mob violence, slave uprisings, filibusters, lynching, vigilantism, strikes, police and military repression, assassination, terrorism of the left and right, apocalyptic sects, the role of violence in producing or forestalling social change and reform, etc. We also discuss and dissect the different theoretical approaches developed by historians to explain the meaning of radicalism, terrorism, and violence in American history. Prerequisite: sophomore/junior/senior status. Offered fall of odd-numbered years.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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