HIST 396 - 20th Century Russia and the Soviet Union

(3 units)

Collapse of the Russian autocracy, rise of the Bolsheviks, Stalinism and the purges, WWII, the thaw, collapse of the Soviet Union and recent developments.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. analyze, evaluate, and interpret primary sources.
2. analyze and clearly explain the argument, main points, and use of evidence in secondary sources.
3. clearly and effectively articulate an original interpretation in verbal and written form.
4. identify key events, issues, and policies related to collapse of the Russian autocracy, the rise of the Bolsheviks, Stalinism and the Purges.

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