HIST 9210 - The Vietnam War: An International Perspective

3 cr.

(Formerly titled The Vietnam War and Society) A graduate seminar which examines the Vietnam War from an international perspective. Surveys the historical background to conflict in Vietnam. Major themes: history and culture of Vietnam, early conflict with China, French colonialism, US diplomatic involvement, origins of American military involvement, POW-MIA issues, Paris peace talks, post-war memorialization, and resumption of US-Vietnamese relations.