HIST 114 — Latin American History
This course is a review of the history and development of Latin America, beginning with the peopling of the Western hemisphere and the evolution of the native states of Central and South America. Specific subjects covered include the Spanish conquest and its effects on the Americas, the Latin American revolutions and the post-revolutionary period, and the rise and development of the modern Latin American states. The course concludes with a review of modern developments and current events in Latin America. Completion of this course fulfills the third world culture requirement for graduation from Southwestern Illinois College.
Prerequisites: ENG 101