HIST 47 The French Revolution and Napoleon

The course studies the French Revolution and its implications for Europe and the world. It considers the social, political and ideological causes of the Revolution in 1789 and then pays close attention to the successive stages of revolution from the experiment with constitutional monarchy to the radical republic and the Terror to Napoleon's popular dictatorship. The revolutionary wars, the development of democratic and nationalist ideology and their spread beyond France and beyond Europe, and also beyond elite men to peasants, city workers, Blacks and women are important themes. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:SOC; WCult:W

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Department-Specific Course Categories

Class of 2023 and Before Major/Minor Dist: EUR, pre-1800; Class of 2024 and Beyond Major/Minor Dist: EUR, premodern. As of Spring 2024, this course was renumbered to HIST 47.01.