HIST 228 — Intro to Latin American History and Culture II Units: 3
Examine Latin America's history from independence in the early 19th century through the present. You'll trace how political revolutions, economic change, cultural movements, and social struggles shaped nations across the region. Topics include independence movements, industrial and agricultural development, urbanization, populism, socialism, revolution, and twenty-first-century challenges. By studying diverse perspectives and key turning points, you'll develop a deeper understanding of Latin America's role in the modern world and its ongoing influence on global politics, culture, and identity.