HIS 592

History of South Africa since 1900

The course examines the history of South Africa from 1900 to about 1994. Particular emphasis is placed on key issues in the making of modern South Africa such as race relations; the economy of South Africa; Afrikaner nationalism; the Apartheid system; African nationalism; and the coming of freedom to South Africa. The course also highlights the relationship between South Africa and its neighbors.

Units: 3.0