Duel Power

This module discusses the concept of dual power, particularly during revolutionary periods, examining how competing authorities can coexist. Topics include:

• Historical examples of dual power
• Implications for political authority and governance
• Analysis of specific case studies

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Course Lectures

• The French Revolution

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  This module delves into the French Revolution, a pivotal event that transformed French society and politics. Students will explore:

  • The causes and consequences of the revolution
  • Key figures and their roles
  • The influence of Enlightenment ideas
  • The revolution's impact on Europe and beyond

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• The Enlightenment

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  This module focuses on the Enlightenment, an intellectual movement that emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of authority. Key topics include:

  • The major philosophers and their ideas
  • The role of the Enlightenment in shaping modern thought
  • Connections to revolutions and societal change

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• The French Revolution II

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  This module continues the exploration of the French Revolution, diving deeper into its phases and repercussions. Students will analyze:

  • The radical changes in governance
  • The rise of Napoleon and his influence
  • The revolution's legacy in shaping future political ideologies

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• 19th Century Europe

  Lynn Hunt

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  This module examines 19th century Europe, a period marked by significant political, social, and economic transformations. Key topics include:

  • The rise of industrialization and its effects
  • Nationalism and its impact on nation-states
  • Social movements and revolutions across Europe

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• Revolutionary Movements

  Lynn Hunt

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  This module explores various revolutionary movements that emerged in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Students will learn about:

  • Key revolutionary ideologies and figures
  • The social and political contexts of these movements
  • Comparative analysis of different revolutions

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• Nationalism and Nation States

  Lynn Hunt

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  This module investigates the rise of nationalism and the formation of nation-states in the 19th century. Key discussions will cover:

  • The origins and definitions of nationalism
  • Major nationalist movements across Europe
  • Impact of nationalism on global politics

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• Imperiallism and Mass Politics

  Lynn Hunt

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  This module focuses on imperialism and mass politics, exploring the relationship between colonial expansion and domestic political movements. Students will study:

  • The motivations behind imperial expansion
  • The effects of imperialism on colonized regions
  • How mass politics emerged in response to these changes

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• The Enlightenment II

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  This module revisits the Enlightenment, focusing on its enduring influence and legacy in contemporary thought. Key areas of exploration include:

  • The continuation of Enlightenment ideas in modern philosophy
  • Critiques and adaptations of Enlightenment thought
  • The relevance of Enlightenment principles today

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• World War I

  Ivan J. Houston

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  This module covers World War I, a catastrophic conflict that reshaped the global landscape. Students will analyze:

  • The causes and major events of the war
  • Key figures and their influence
  • The war's long-term consequences on Europe and the world

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• Duel Power

  Lynn Hunt

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  This module discusses the concept of dual power, particularly during revolutionary periods, examining how competing authorities can coexist. Topics include:

  • Historical examples of dual power
  • Implications for political authority and governance
  • Analysis of specific case studies

  Please note there is a technical problem with the sound for the first 6 and a half minutes.