HIST 262 - The History of England from 55 B.C. to 1688

(HUMD)

One of two related courses (with HIST 263), which may be taken in either order. These courses survey the history of England from Roman Britain to the present. Emphasis is on the development of uniquely English institutions as well as political,legal, social, intellectual, imperial, and economic history. They offer the student the opportunity to understand the history of a country that has had a unique and lasting impact on American history and culture. HIST 262 is an inquiry into the history of England from Roman Britain until the advent of the Glorious Revolution in 1688. Several themes will be highlighted, including the formation of the English nation, conversion to Christianity, the development of the Church as a distinctive national institution, feudalism, political centralization, the effects of the Renaissance and Reformation, overseas expansion, and the achievement by 1689 of responsible parliamentary government. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly HS 225.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Explain the emergence of the concept of “England.”
Analyze the development of England?s constitutional and legal systems.
Explain and assess England’s links overseas, specifically with France; and her relations with her neighbors, specifically Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.
Evaluate the extent to which England was a limited monarchy by 1689.
Assess the emergence of English social and cultural identities.

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