Wilton B Fowler
Foreign policy of the United States government prior to the twentieth century. Emphasis on international wars, territorial expansion, and the peculiarities of the American position in world politics.
Students can expect learn, in detail, the history of the foreign relations of the United States government, prior to the 20th century. There will be emphasis on international wars, the foreign dimension of the Civil War, territorial expansion, and the peculiarities of the unaligned position of the United States in world politics. Some limited attention will be given to related economic, social, and cultural questions.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
HSTAA 202, if possible. Or, read a survey textbook in American diplomatic history, for example the one by Howard Jones.
Class assignments and grading
Two short analytical papers (3 pages each), based on readings from the course problem book; a longer research paper (10-12 pages) on a topic chosen by the student in consultation with the instructor; a final exam (essay questions).
Dennis Merrill and Thomas G. Paterson, eds., Major Problems in American Foreign Relations
Short Papers (each) 20% Long Paper 35% Final Exam 25%