HIST 264 The French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon
This course will explore the causes and consequences of this very decisive period, which witnessed the destruction of the Old Regime and the birth of the modern nation state. Attention will focus on Enlightenment, the course of revolution, various social a political reforms, the forces of radicalism and popular violence, and the origin of nationalism. In addition, the career of Napoleon and its military and political impact on Europe will be considered. Required research paper.