HIST 201 - U.S. History and Historiography, To 1877

This course focuses on American history from the initial period of European settlement in North America through the Civil War. Students will consider the major themes of early American History, as well as the conflicting interpretive lenses that historians have used to explain the past. Students will learn how historical interpretation is shaped by theory, scientific method, moral and political choices, and the application of methodologies drawn from other disciplines.

Prerequisite: History major or minor, or permission of Department Chair.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course meets the Missouri Statute Requirement.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Historical Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.