HIST 355 - World War II

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

HISTORY

Description:

General course on the history of World War II. The course will address causes of the War, political and social dynamics of the War, issues related to the conduct of the War, political and social implications of the War, and the onset of the Cold War. Course Objectives (1) Analyze the Treaty of Versailles and its role in the alignment of Europe after World War I. (2) Discuss conditions in Europe following World War I and how they contributed to the rise of fascism. (3) Explain why Appeasement occurred and what factors it had on the outcome of the war. (4) Describe the major military events of World War II, including, but not limited to crucial campaigns and battles which determined the course of the war. (5) Evaluate the causes of the Cold War which develped during the close of World War II. (6) Evaluate the social and economic effects of World War II and the dramatic cultural shifts initiated during these events. (7) Identify and differentiate primary and secondary source materials and the application of each within the discipline.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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