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HIST 406 - War, Culture and Society in American History

(3 units) CO13
Social and cultural roots and impact of war, colonies to present: troop recruitment, the home front and dissent, wars impact on literature, visual arts, thought.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ; Junior or Senior standing.

Units of Lecture: 3
Core Status: General Capstone, CO13
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to examine the ethical principles, belief systems, and social contexts that have shaped modern American during the Vietnam War era, 1954-1975.
2. Students will be able to identify how different groups and cultural interests were shaped and altered American culture during this era.
3. Students will be able to analyze a variety of historical scholarship and sources to answer a research question connected to how a variety of social forces and groups transformed society and the war.
4. Students will be able to present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner both orally and in writing.


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