HIST 637 - THE FIRST WORLD WAR

3 Credit Hour(s)
This course studies the Great War (1914-1918), encompassing its military, political, social, economic and cultural dimensions. It discusses the cause and impact of the war, the way it shaped the nature and conduct of future wars. Special emphasis is placed on the role the Great War played in the development of national identities, and the interplay between technology, warfare and social change. The course is research oriented and requires students to produce several graduate level written assignments. Three hours lecture.