AH 349 - Baltimore: Its History and Architecture

(3.00 cr.)

An examination of the history of Baltimore since its foundation in 1727: its growth as a center of trade and industry, its tumultuous nineteenth century politics, and especially its industrial decline and unexpected revival in the twentieth century. The city's historic buildings and neighborhoods are the principal focus of the course, and students are encouraged to leave campus to study them. Novels and feature films about Baltimore are also used to study the city's history. Same course as HS 349 . IU