HIST 224 - Twentieth Century Europe, I: 1900-1945

Next Offered: 2008-09
Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 3 Hours
Attribute: 3 SS

This course focuses on the near self-destruction of European civilization as it unfolded in the first half of the 20th century. Particular topics include: the cultural, diplomatic, and political fragility of Europe in the “Belle Époque;” World War I, the failed attempt at returning to “normalcy” in the 1920’s; the disintegrating European empires; the Great Depression; the rise of fascism; and World War II. Mixture of lecture and discussion. Enrollment Limit: 40.
Instructor: L. Smith
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: HIST 102 or AP credit in European history.