LEAD 388(F) The Cold War, 1945-1991 (Same as History 388)

HIST 388(F) The Cold War, 1945-1991 (Same as Leadership Studies 388)
This course examines the Cold War from its origins in World War II to its end with the collapse of the Soviet empire in 1991. Lectures, readings, and discussions will explore how and why the Cold War began, why it continued, what characterized it, how its foci changed over time, and how and why it ended. We will pay particular attention to the ideological, diplomatic, technological, and military competitions that marked the bipolar Soviet-American rivalry. We will also explore the collapse of the European imperial order and the resulting process of Third World decolonization, which was a major factor in shaping, perpetuating, and arguably ending the Cold War. Sources for the course will include primary documents, scholarly books and articles on a variety of international Cold War topics, and documentary and feature film clips.
Format: lecture/discussion. Evaluation will be based on class participation, two 5- to 7-page papers, quizzes, and a final exam.
No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 25 (expected: 15-20). Open to all.
Groups C and F
Hour: CHAPMAN