HISTORY OF AMERICAN CAPITALISM, 1607-PRESENT.

Catalog description

Covers business and economic history in the North American colonies and the United States from 1607 to the present. Topics include slavery, trade, agriculture, industry, government actions and legislation, and the experiences of people from all walks of life. The course will also explore financial downturns and the causes of those so that students develop an understanding of what causes our economy to be "good" or "bad." Previously offered as HIST 3372 and HIST 3373 ; credit will only be granted once.