A survey of the economic, cultural, and political development of modern China. The course examines changing values and how the popular uprisings of the late Qing Dynasty led to the Communist revolution of the 20th century. A special emphasis is placed upon the lingering effects of colonialism and how that legacy continues to influence China's relations with western nations. Prerequisite: HIS 160. (Fulfills a Group B: World History Elective or Group C: History Elective.)
HIS-365: Modern China 1644-Present
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