Course ObjectivesThe
course explores the development of the United States from its origins
as a land inhabited by scattered Indian tribes to the culturally diverse
but united country of nowadays. Required textbook Bryn O'Callaghan, An Illustrated History of the USA, Longman 1995 Course OutlineWeek 1Introduction to the course: Brief outline of major events European discovery and exploration of America Foundation of British colonies in North America Colonial way of life in the 18th century Test 1: Lectures 1-4The Great American Revolution The Constitution Test 2: Lectures 5-6Week 7The Westward Expansion: Major treaties and eventsWeek 8Various interpretations of American Westward ExpansionTest 3: Lectures 7-8Week 9North and South before the Civil WarThe Civil War The Reconstruction America after the Civil War: Major changes (brief outline) |