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HIS/COM 314 France During the Occupation: 1939-1945
Study + Internship in Aix-en-Provence Program
Aix-en-Provence, France
Dates: 8/30/22 - 12/15/22
HIS/COM 314 France During the Occupation: 1939-1945
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: IAU
Location: Aix-en-Provence, France
Primary Subject Area: History
Other Subject Area: Communication
Instruction in: English
Course Code: HIS/COM 314
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: This course is suitable for an undergraduate student who has successfully completed at least 3 semesters of College-level course work. Successful completion of ENG 101 or equivalent, and 6 credit hours above the 100-level (introductory) in the arts, or the humanities are strongly recommended; or instructor permission.
DESCRIPTION
The study of representations of France during World War II in history, literature and media, in both the Occupied and Unoccupied Zones, the German presence, the government in Vichy and the Resistance. The course includes a review of French and European history from World War I until 1940, a detailed look at France's role in World War II, and a survey of French attitudes about the Occupation during the 70 years following Liberation. Typically includes field studies to sites in Provence. This course will examine the major social, economic, diplomatic, and political challenges that France faced during the 1939-1945 time period.