HIS 203A - America to 1877

(3) This course provides a survey of American history from colonial times through the American Revolution, Articles of Confederation, the Constitution and Bill of Rights, War of 1812, migration, slavery, and regionalism. The Civil War and Reconstruction is also covered. Special attention is given to the tension between states’ rights and a confederate form of government and a powerful central government.

Prerequisites: ENG 103A.