Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2024 - HIST 225 D100

20th Century Europe (3)

Class Number: 4675

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 8 – Apr 12, 2024: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 13, 2024
    Sat, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A survey of European history from the First World War emphasizing the origins and effects of the World Wars, the emergence of the Soviet Union and of fascism. Breadth-Humanities.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course examines Europe from World War I to the early 21st century. Topics to be explored include World War I, the Inter-War years, World War II, and the Cold War.

Week 1 (January 11th) – Introduction

Week 2 (January 18th) – Russian Revolution

Week 3 (January 25th) – World War I

Week 4 (February 1st) – Aftermath of World War I

Week 5 (February 8th) – Inter-War Years: Britain & France

Week 6 (February 15th) – Inter-War Years: Soviet Union

Week 7 (February 22nd) – Reading Break (All classes cancelled)

Week 8 (February 29th) – Inter-War Years: Fascist Italy

Week 9 (March 7th) – Inter-War Years: Nazi Germany

Week 10 (March 14th) – World War II

Week 11 (March 21st) – Decolonization

Week 12 (March 28th) – Cold War I: 1945 to 1972

Week 13 (April 4th) – Cold War II: 1972 to 1991

Week 14 (April 11th) – The New European Order: 1991 to the Present

Grading

  • Attendance and participation 20%
  • Primary source analysis presentation 15%
  • Primary source analyses (written) 30%
  • Final examination 35%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

All required reading will be accessible online.


REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.