American History II

Catalog description

This is a survey course of American history from the end of the Civil War to the onset of the Civil Rights movement. The periods of the Reconstruction; the expansion of US territories; the industrialization of the United States, the emergence of the country as a Great Power, U.S. role in the early twentieth century are examined. The political, economic, and cultural evolution of the American people are studied, providing the student with solid historical foundations for an informed political awareness of present-day issues. Various relevant Supreme Court decisions and their impact on the US society will be studied intensively when they become relevant. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3