The Age of Revolt and the Rise of Reaction

Undergraduate

The early 20th century witnessed an explosion of history-changing mass movements. Exploring the intersection of ideas and social conditions in London, Paris, Berlin and New York, this course traces the development of movements that questioned the organization of modern capitalist society and challenged authoritarian rulers and ideologies. Events covered include revolutions following World War I and the rise of anti-fascism. Prerequisite(s): Second-year standing or permission of instructor. Antirequisite(s): Credit can be obtained for only one of HIST 2803 or HIST 3753.\