HIST A338 — Modern Latin America: Revolutions, Dictatorships, and Democracy 3 Credits
Analyzes Latin American history from the Independence movements of the nineteenth century to the present, including the formation of states, the development of national identities, and Latin America's connection to growing global economies. Emphasizes post-Independence political and social conflicts, social reforms and revolutions, the impact of modernization and industrialization, and cultural and artistic developments.