Modern German History

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This course examines German history from Napoleon to Hitler. It explores Germany’s ascent to global power and its dramatic losses in two world wars. Special attention is paid to the collapse of the Weimar Republic and the rise of the Nazi dictatorship. This course situates the Nazis within the larger narrative of Germany history and demonstrates the global influence of Germany in many areas of life from gymnastics and corporate R&D to cinema and gay rights.