Global Cold War 1945-1989

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For almost fifty years, the United States, Soviet Union and China were engaged in the Cold War. But only recently has it become possible to study this global stalemate in its entirety: from the beginning to end. Through lecture and discussion this course will draw upon the freshly published sources as well as secondary materials to examine the historical events that precipitated, advanced and ended the Cold War. It will also explore the role of science and technology in shaping the global arms race and the way in which the war affected the Third World, created new international institutions and impacted Soviet, US, Asian, African and European societies and culture. The course will also address new perspectives arising from recently published archival sources and will utilize film, art and field trips to enhance the learning experience of global Cold War history. Components: Class, Discussion GE: CP Civics & Perspectives, CP-P Historical Perspectives Prereqs/Coreqs: P: HISTORY 2010 , or HISTORY 2020 or HISTORY 2330 or HISTORY 2430 or HISTORY 1050 , or HISTORY 1060 or equivalent or POLISCI 1130 or POLISCI 1230 or POLISCI 2360 or equivalent Typically Offered: Occasionally