Bradley C. Davis Explores the Cold War in Asia from WWII to the
late 1980's. Focuses on the "Asian" context of national
liberation struggles and popular movements. Offered: S. Although
the "Cold War" conventionally describes the period of indirect
conflict between the US and the Soviet Union, students in this
course will be introduced to the post-WWII period in East and
Southeast Asia with an emphasis on national liberation struggles
(Marxist-Leninist and non-Marxist-Leninist) and popular
movements. Historical, social, and ideological contexts of
movements and organizations within the region will be stressed.
This course is primarily a lecture course with assigned
readings. Time will be taken from lectures for scheduled
discussions. Prepare assigned readings, written work, and be
prepared to actively participate in topical discussions.
Students are also encouraged to attend daily lectures on a daily
basis. Class Assignments and Grading Readings for lectures will
be assigned on a weekly basis. Readings for dis