HIST 1575 - American Democracy’s Past and Promise

An examination of issues or concepts related to American democracy, with attention to key historical documents including but not limited to: the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, the Federalist Papers, the Gettysburg Address, the Emancipation Proclamation, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Letter from Birmingham Jail. Using a variety of approaches, this course will provide the historical context and deep critical analysis necessary to help students understand the importance of these foundational documents to the American democratic journey.

Credit Hours: (3)
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Foundations of American Democracy
Repeatability: Course may be repeated.

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