America Meets the Atom: U.S. Nuclear History, 1895-Present

3 units

We will take a holistic view of America's evolving acquaintance with the atom, examining cultural, economic, political, scientific, and environmental facets of nuclear development since 1895, including public and official responses to related problems. The course will place nuclear technology in both national and international context, considering its relation to U.S. foreign relations and national security concerns, as well as domestic circumstances.