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HIST 294

The Age of the French Revolution

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

The French Revolution and its global impact. Readings include primary and secondary sources on revolutionary politics, society, and culture in France, its overseas empire, and beyond.

When Taught

Contact Department

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

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3

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3

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3

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Title

Historical Knowledge of American, French and Haitian Revolut

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to explain and assess the major events and processes that shaped the American, French and Haitian revolutions.

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Research Literature

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to analyze and contextualize primary documents from the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.

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Critical Debates

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to debate historical questions and historiographical issues related to the American, French, and Haitian revolutions.