HST 5810 - China’s Last Dynasty: The Qing, 1644-1911

(4 credits)

History of China’s last great dynasty, from its founding by the Manchus in 1644, through its powerful early emperors, to its collapse in 1911. Course includes discussion of traditional Chinese culture and institutions, territorial expansion, the Opium Wars and the 19th century revolutionary movement.

Comments: Formerly HST 573.

Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.