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History of Contemporary France
French Language & Culture Program
French Alps: Grenoble, France
Dates: 8/29/16 - 12/17/16
History of Contemporary France
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: Université Grenoble - Alpes
Location: French Alps: Grenoble, France
Primary Subject Area: History
Instruction in: French
Transcript Source: TBD
Course Details: Level 200, 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 1.5
Contact Hours: 22
DESCRIPTION
This course examines some of major historical events and policies society has faced throughout early French history. Subject matter covers the periods from the Middle Ages to the Grand Siècle. Social, political and economic issues of the time are noted. This may include the Carolingian dynasties, the days of Charlemagne - The Holy Roman Emperor, the French feudal system, the Crusades, the Hundred Years' War and up to the Bastille and the French Revolution. Individuals such as Joan of Arc, Cardinal Richelieu, and King Louis XIII to XV are also discussed.