History [387F] - The American South in the Twentieth Century

Institution:

Hamilton College

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What is the South? Americans have long considered the South to be the most distinctive region in the country. Explores southern history from the Civil War to the present using social, political and cultural history considering the rise and fall of segregation, the emergence of the Sunbelt as an economic, political and social force, and the varieties of Southern culture. Also considers the vitality of regionalism and regional studies. In an era of mass markets, mass media, suburban homogenization and globalization, do regions still matter? (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level course in American history or consent of the instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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