HIST 253 - African History:1850 to the Contemporary Era

Institution:

Trinity College

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Description:

This course is the second part of a two-part introductory survey of African history. With a focus on "Black Africa" south of the Sahara, we will begin by exploring the impact of the abolition of the Atlantic slave trade on Africa and move to the establishment of-and resistance to-European colonial rule. We will then look at the impact of the two world wars on Africa as well as the rise of nationalism and movements for independence. In the postcolonial period, we will explore Cold War politics in Africa, and address issues including the end of Apartheid in South Africa, the politics of foreign aid and military interventions, global health, and resource wars 1.00 units, Lecture

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1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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