History
HIST 383 Mao's China 1949-1979 (4)
Examination of the major events which took place during Mao's era, 1949-1976, and political and economic reforms during Deng Xiaoping's era. The issues will be focused on the structure of the CCP, its ideology, its left-oriented policies, its foreign policies and the power struggles within the leadership. Assessment of the role of Mao Zedong will provide a basis for understanding Chinese politics and society.
- General Education Requirement Fulfillment: Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences
- Offering: Alternate years
- Instructor: McCaffrey