History of the State of New York

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This one credit course is a survey of the political, economic and social history of the state of New York beginning with its colonial history. Special attention will be paid to the legacy of the American Indians, such as the Iroquois confederacy, the early Dutch settlers of the colonial period, the industrial growth of the state, the emergence of New York as the financial center of the world, and New York state's role in national politics. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 1-0-1