HIST 472. Military, Militarism and Warfare in African History

This seminar course examines the historical role of the military, militarism and warfare in shaping African politics, economies, states, societies and cultures. The course will be organized thematically recognizing significant turning points in the history of Africa. Key themes of scholarly debate about the role of the military, militarism and warfare in the history of Africa, emphasizing developments since the beginning of the nineteenth century, will inform class discussions and assignments.