The First World War
HIST 14
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Description
The First World War was one of the largest and most devastating conflicts the world has ever seen. It was also one of the first wars that was waged across the entire earth – from Europe to Africa, China, and the Middle East. This course examines the First World War not only as a European conflict but as a truly global one. Students will explore the origins, course, and legacies of the war and the impact it had on politics and societies around the world. As such, this course will focus not only on the military and economic aspects of the war in its major European and Middle Eastern theaters but also on how the war transformed conceptions of democracy, the state, race, art, and technology around the world. This course will conclude by looking at how the war’s outcome permanently reshaped international relations and sowed the seeds for many future conflicts.
Course Notes
This course meets the "Beyond North America" History Concentration requirement. Former course number "HIST 1045."
Class Notes
This class requires students to enroll in an untimed, placeholder section during registration and to submit time preferences. Sections will be assigned immediately after registration based on student interest and preferences.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
