HLS 262-The Cold War

3 credit hours – Three hours weekly; one term.
Survey the turbulent and dangerous history between the United States and the Soviet Union, from Hiroshima (1945) through the dissolution of the USSR (1991). Discuss leaders, policies and events, including the Korean War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War and the Afghanistan War. Analyze Cold War events and policies that affect current world challenges.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 .

Crosslisted: Also offered as HIS 262 ; credit is not given for both HLS 262 and HIS 262 .