2009 Fall HISTORY 118F-01
Bulletin Course Description European and United States conduct of war since 1789, ranging from the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars to the current United States pursuit of war in the Middle East and beyond, Focus on the nature and aims of Western warfare and the practices, languages, and experiences of its participants. The shifting ways in which military force has been used against soldiers and civilians. Instructor: Bonker
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Title WESTERN WARFARE SINCE 1789 Department HISTORY Course Number 2009 Fall 118F Section Number 01 Primary Instructor Bonker,Dirk Prerequisites
Synopsis of course content
The course examines U.S. and European conduct of war since the end of the eighteenth century. Ranging from the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars to the current war in Iraq and Afghanistan, our explorations focus on the nature and aims of Western warfare and the practices, languages, and experiences of its participants. Probing the shifting ways in which military force has been used against soldiers and civilians, we will pay special attention to Western warfare’s ever-changing reaches and boundaries.
Exams
Midterm & Final
Term Papers
Two papers of 7-8 pages, chosen among three assignments.
Grade to be based on
exams, papers and participation.
