HIST 350 - Violence in Japanese History

3 SS, CD

First semester. This course uses violence as a lens to study major themes in Japanese history while deepening understanding of violence in various forms. Topics: the monopolization of violence; the relationship between violence and religion; violence and the state; legitimate/illegitimate forms of violence; ethnic violence; violence and gender; terrorism; contemporary issues of memory, national identity and victimization. Covers the entire range of Japanese history from rise of the samurai to contemporary issues of WWII memory and responsibility. Counts toward the East Asian Studies Major.

Prerequisites & Notes
Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment limit: 15
Mr. Wert

Credits: 3 hours