HIST 351

Global History of Warfare

Wayne Lee

This course examines military activity from prehistory to the present using a world
history perspective.  We focus on connections and interactions between different cultures
and societies, with a particular emphasis on the creation and transmission of military
"innovations," both technical and organizational.  This focus demands consideration both
of the nature of the society that created it, but also of the details of its
implementation on the battlefield.

Each week consists of two lectures and a discussion section.  Readings are substantial. 
There are four quizzes, a final exam, and two short research papers (5-7 pages).