American History to 1865, Fall 2005
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Author: Maier, Pauline
Subject: Humanities
Institution Name:
M.I.T.
Collection Name: MIT OpenCourseWare
Abstract: A basic history of American social, economic, and political development from the colonial period through the Civil War. Examines the colonial heritages of Spanish and British America; the American Revolution and its impact; the establishment and growth of the new nation; and the Civil War, its background, character, and impact. Readings include writings of the period by Winthrop, Paine, Jefferson, Madison, W. H. Garrison, G. Fitzhugh, H. B. Stowe, and Lincoln.
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Course Type: Full Course
Material Types: Homework and Assignments, Readings, Syllabi
Media Formats: Text/HTML, Downloadable docs
Language: English
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Geographic
Regional Relevance: North America
