US History Since 1877

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A study of the social, economic, cultural, political, and constitutional development of the United States. This course includes a brief analysis of American history from the Reconstruction period, the Great Depression, the New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, the 1950's, the 1960's, the Feminist Movement, Watergate, the last two decades of the 20th Century and into the 21st Century. In-depth discussions will revolve around the social, cultural, economic, and gender issues, as well as various interpretations of American history relevant to the covered time periods. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: H2 905