HIST 4780 - THE AMERICAN FRONTIER

3 Credit Hour(s)
A study of the American frontier from the colonial period to 1890, with emphasis on the Native American problem, the fur trade, mining, trade routes, and America’s Western heritage. Includes in-depth coverage of the role of women and minorities. Three units on the Colonial Period to 1787; Nationhood to the Goldrush (1787-1849); and the Late Frontier (1849-90). Lectures, readings, and discussion.

Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of the department head