HIST 318 - History of England Since 1688

3 Credits
Three hours per week.

This course surveys English history from 1688 to modern times. Beginning with the Glorious Revolution, it covers the transformation of the kingdom of England into the British Empire and a major world power. Topics include the Hanoverian monarchy, Britain’s wars against America and France, the Industrial Revolution, the rise of political parties and the office of Prime Minister, the Victorian age and imperialism, and Britain’s role in the world wars. (Formerly HIST 414)

Offered (SPRING–EVEN).