LFU:online

Expansion and consolidation of specific knowledge in the field of contemporary history by examination of new and uncommon topics, taking into account current tendencies and controversies of research, applying scientific skills (methods and working techniques) and linking with basic content, development of skills for the independent formulation of historical questions.

This Seminar covers the U.S. in World War II, namely its military, economic and social history. The "homefront" will be a major theme, and so will the U.S. rise to world power status in the course of the war.  

Lecture, reading, discussion.

Regular attendance, active participation in discussions, required readings, oral presentation, paper.

Will be provided at the beginning of the course.

Online-enrollment starting on Feb. 1, 2020!