HIST177 CM - Winston Churchill as Statesman and Historian

Examines the life and writings of Winston Churchill as a means to understand a broader history. From his roots in an aristocratic family through his experiences as a soldier to his extraordinary career as a politician, Churchill’s life offers insight into important developments, including colonial wars, the transformative “People’s Budget” of 1910, the two World Wars, and post-1945 decolonization. A critical treatment of events such as the Bengal famine of 1943-44 will be among the topics explored. A recipient of the Nobel Prize for Literature, Churchill’s work as a historian will also be a significant component of the course.

Offered: Every other year

Credit: 1

Course Number: HIST177 CM