HIST 391 - 20th C. Communist Societies

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Take 3 credits; From Department HIST; From Level 100. (Required, Previous).
Credit Hours: Min: 3; Max:

Description: An examination of 20th century communist societies beginning with the historical and ideological background, how and why these societies became communist, and how communism was practiced in the Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, China, North Korea, and Vietnam. Includes an examination of the political and institutional frameworks, and the diverse social, economic, and cultural adaptations of these societies to communist ideology and rule. Students will learn about the decline and breakup of communist states in Europe, as well as the accommodation to capitalism and survival of communist states in Asia. Includes an analysis of the experience of social-democracy in the countries of Western and Southern Europe. One 100-level history course or permission of department is prerequisite to all history courses above the 299 level.