Course Catalog - 2011-2012

     

HIST 426 - SLAVERY & RACE RELATIONS

Long Title: COMPARATIVE SLAVERY AND RACE RELATIONS IN THE AMERICAS
Department: History
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Comparative analysis of slavery and race relations in the U.S., the Caribbean, and Latin America, chiefly to the late 19th century. Includes the relative harshness or mildness of the institution of slavery in various systems, opportunities for advancement for former slaves, and the resultant nature of race relations.