Introduction to Caribbean History (1450 to the Present)

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course provides a survey introduction to the history of the Caribbean basin with special emphasis on Cuba, Jamaica, and Saint-Domingue/Haiti. It covers the period from the mid fifteenth century to the present day. Themes covered include: European conquest, the emergence of plantation economies, African slavery, revolutionary movements, abolition and emancipation, multi-ethnic and interracial relations, relations with the US, nationalism, race, religion, and music. EXCLUSIONS: HIST 3392.03 FORMATS: Lecture