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Focusing mainly on the First World War (1914-18), this course explores the relationship between war and society in Europe during the first twenty years of the twentieth century. The military history of the conflict is examined in some depth, but the course also investigates the political, diplomatic, social and cultural history of the First World War. Specific topics that are covered include the causes, military history and social history of the war, the politics and diplomacy of the war and the Paris Peace Settlement, and the war's cultural impact.
By the end of the course, you will be expected to demonstrate:A detailed knowledge of the diplomatic, military, political and social history of the First World War in Europe.A strong knowledge of the main historiographical debates in the field, coupled with more detailed knowledge of at least one specific debate pertaining to the First World War.An ability to engage critically with these debates and to form independent views. An ability to thoroughly analyse and interpret primary sources.An ability to form cogent interpretations of the most important historical developments of the First World War.An ability to answer broader questions about the role of the First World War in shaping European politics, society, international relations and culture in the twentieth century.
30 points at 200 level HIST, or200 level Ancient History or 200 level MAOR.
HIST239, HIST301, HIST302, HIST305.
David Monger
Lawrence Sondhaus; World War I: The Global Revolution ; 2011.
Domestic fee $1,288.00
International fee $5,600.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Humanities .