Long Island History: Advanced ((4 Credits))

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In this study, students will examine the rich history and political, social, economic and cultural development of Long Island from the prehistoric period, through the colonial era and up to the present day. Students will explore topics in Long Island history including the environment and ecology of Long Island, an examination of the indigenous peoples, the settlements of the colonial era, the events of the American revolution, the development of commerce and transportation in the 18th through the 20th centuries, whaling and other maritime industries, antebellum Long Island, the Civil War, post War development, Gold Coast Long Island, World War I, Prohibition, suburban development, World War II and post-war Long Island, offering an overview of the changes in life and culture of the past several centuries.