African Amer During Age of Slavery (HIST 247)

Term: 2013-2014 Fall Term

Faculty

Wesley AlfordShow MyInfo popup for Wesley Alford

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Lorraine A. CoonsShow MyInfo popup for Lorraine A. Coons

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM (8/26/2013 - 12/23/2013) Location: MAIN SJ 248

Description

Examines the development and experiences of the African American community during the age of slavery. We will focus on the development of African American culture and an in-depth examination of the slave community, family, and religion. The course considers the growth of the free black community and the creation of black political, social, and economic ideologies and institutions. Particular topics include the struggle against slavery, slave insurrections, the abolitionist movement, and the Civil War. Core: History requirement.