HIST1002.3: Repression and Revolt
This course illuminates Cold War America, including the civil rights movement, McCarthyism and anti-communism.
Duration
5 weeksWeekly study
3 hours
HIST1002.3: Repression and Revolt
Learn about American history from the 1940s through to the 1970s
Discover US history from the 1940s, when America is gripped by fear, through to the 1970s. In these three weeks, we will discuss the Early Cold War, Korea, Eisenhower and the Red Scare, civil rights, the Kennedy/Johnson era, Vietnam and counter-culture.
What topics will you cover?
Please see the HIST1002: The United States from Civil War to Superpower course handbook for more detail.
Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in US history.
Who developed the course?
The University of Newcastle Australia
The University of Newcastle is a world-class university distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Ranked in Australia’s Top 10 universities, and 173rd in the world (QS rankings, 2024).
Established
1965Location
Newcastle, AustraliaWorld ranking
Top 180Source: QS World University Rankings 2024
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