HIST 4172 - Modern Latin America: 1810-Present

3 hours

Surveys the history of Latin America from Independence to the present. Analyzes the formation of new states; the conflict between federalist and centralist groups; the role of caudillos in regional politics; the rise and crisis of export economies; international relations and the Cold War; U.S. involvement in Latin American affairs; the Mexican and Cuban revolutions; military governments and security structures; and current events in the region.

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $11.10