COLEG-229 The American Founding: Ideals and Reality

An intensive analysis of the philosophical ideals of the Founding Era (1763-1800) and their uneven realization. Social histories of various races, genders and classes will help illuminate the inherent ambiguities, weaknesses, strengths and legacies of the social and political philosophies of late 18th-century America.

Maximum Enrollment

Standard Course (40)

Credits

1

Cross Listed Courses

GOVT-229, HIST-229

Prerequisite

GOVT-117, PHIL-117 or a 100-level course in History

Offered

Fall, Spring

Notes

May count toward a concentration in either history or government. Not open to students who have taken HIST-240 or HIST-374. (Political Theory)