United States History Through Film

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Course No: HIST.2860; Last Offered: Spring 2025;

Course Description

This course explores selected moments in United States history - such as slavery, the Great Depression, World War ll, the Vietnam War, and the feminist movement - through the lens of film. Using written historical sources as well as film, students will investigate how particular films have depicted the past and shaped the way that Americans remember their history.

Prerequisites & Notes

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  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3

Questions About This Course?

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