HIST 46 Spain in the Golden Age

The course deals with the unification of Spain under Ferdinand and Isabella, its rise to world primacy in the sixteenth century, and its decline in the seventeenth. Among topics examined are the development of a system of imperial government, the impact on Spain of colonial empire, the problems of multi-cultural society within the Iberian peninsula, the struggle against heresy, and the political challenges of the great European powers. 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-1700/pre-1800; Class of 2024 and Beyond Major/Minor Dist: EUR, premodern.