HISTORY 308

African-American Freedom Struggles: USA 1900-2000

Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for HISTORY 308.

Description

An examination of the experience of African Americans during the "long civil rights movement" of the Twentieth Century, emphasising the depth and breadth of Black oppositional spirit and activity, the achievements and remaining challenges. Attention will also be given to the "long civil rights movement" in historiography and popular memory.

Availability 2017

Not taught in 2017

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Associate Professor Jennifer Frost

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

HISTORY 308: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage II in History and 60 points passed

Restrictions

HISTORY 208