HIST 206 - British and Irish History Since 1700

A survey of British and Irish civilization from the late 17th century to the present. History 206 will focus on major events, trends and personalities in Britain and Ireland since 1700, exploring Britain’s rise as a world power in the 18th and 19th centuries and subsequent decline in the 20th and 21st centuries. Using artistic, literary and other historical sources we will concentrate on British and Irish society and culture, the relationship between the two peoples, the invention and evolution of constitutional monarchy, Irish nationalism, the 20th century world wars and the Ulster Troubles.

Credits: 4
Terms Offered: As Needed