HIST 3171 - American Maritime History

This course examines America’s historic relationship with marine and freshwater environments, and will consider the economic, political, and naval uses of these bodies of water from 1600 to the present with particular emphasis on the American mariner’s world, the maritime community alongshore, and American society at large.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: (HIST 1900 or HIST 2900) with a grade of “C” or better, or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: The course includes varied writing assignments and is designated a 3000-level writing intensive course in the Department of History.