History 283S - A Modern History of Japan: From Samurai to Salaryman 1800-1989

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

This survey course focuses on the economic, social, and political changes from 1800-1989 for people living in what became the nation of Japan. The modern period is characterized by political upheaval, changing societal roles, creation of a multi-ethnic empire, the Asia-Pacific War, and Japan's emergence as an imperial power. Beginning with the twilight years of the samurai in 1800, we will follow Japan's transition from the Tokugawa period to the end of the Showa period marked by the death of Emperor Hirohito in 1989. Ziomek.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

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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