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Oct 26, 2025
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Academic Bulletin 2025-2026
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HIST 366 - Dictators and Development in Latin America
Credits: 4
An examination of twentieth-century Latin American dictatorships and the developmental ramifications of authoritarian rule. Subjects considered include dictators and the cult of personality, the search for economic development, leftist political struggles, the position of indigenous groups within Latin America, continuing violence and social problems, the Cold War and U.S. involvement in Latin America, and present-day efforts to come to grips with a totalitarian past or present. Countries addressed may include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and/or Peru.
Prerequisite: One course in Latin American history, or permission of the instructor.
Distribution Requirements: IP, PD.
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