HST 318 - The Civil Rights Movement in America

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Surveys the system of racial segregation and discrimination established in the 19th century and the contribution of 20th century civil rights organizations to fight racial discrimination. World War II and the mass action movements of the 1950s and the 1960s will receive significant attention. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
Prerequisite(s): WRT 160 or equivalent with a grade of 2.0 or higher.