HIS 252 Peoples and Nations of Latin America
A survey of the history of Latin America from Pre-Columbian times through
the Wars of Independence and the national period to the current day. This
course will examine the various internal dynamics and external influences
that have shaped the experiences of the countries of Latin America since
independence. Emphasis on socio economic structures as the conditioning
environment for political and cultural developments. A major focus will
be historical analysis of scholarly monographs and primary source
documents. This course is offered alternate spring semesters.
Credits: 1