FYSP 162 - Cold War in Asia

Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 4 hours
Attribute: CD, 4SS, WRi

The collapse of the Soviet Union brought the Cold War to an abrupt end. This course investigates the cultural, social, and political history of the Cold War in Asia. While we will be examining the ideological and security dimensions of U.S.-Soviet relations in detail, the emphasis will also be to explore the political, economic and ideological impact of the Cold War on Asian societies, with a particular focus on China, Japan, and the two Koreas. Enrollment limit: 14.
Instructor: S. Jager