Guerrillas and Gunships: Warfare Since 1945

Undergraduate

The nature of warfare has changed dramatically since 1945. Civil wars have largely replaced wars between states. Non-conventional warfare takes precedence over conventional warfare. New technologies have made warfare more destructive. The authority of the state in the conduct of organized violence is being challenged by liberation movements, terrorists and insurgencies. This course explores the reasons behind these developments. Prerequisite(s): 12h History courses.