This course explores the ideological, political, and cultural causes and consequences of the American Revolution, from the emergence of increasing tensions between Great Britain and its North American colonies to the attempts of the United States government to limit political expression in and immigration into the new nation. The premise of the course is that a multitude of historical actors of varied social, economic, religious, and ethnic backgrounds "made" the American Revolution. Consequently, in addition to the famous political, military, and constitutional struggles marking this period, we will pay particular attention to the individual and collective actions and experiences of Euro-American, Indian, and African-American women and men. Format: lecture/discussion. Evaluation will be based on class participation, a series of short response papers, a final exam, and a research paper of moderate length based on primary and secondary sources. No prerequisites. No enrollment limit (expected: 20-30). Groups A and D