HIST 266The British Empire 1857-1956
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- History
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
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- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 0 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
This course assesses the transformation of the British Empire from its position of comparative strength in the mid 19th century to decolonization and the emergence of the Commonwealth after the Second World War. Topics of study include systems of power and control, the impact of Empire at home, and the manner in which imperialism influenced colonial subjects.
Prerequisites
- Students must be in level 2A or higher
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
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Discussed on r/uwaterloo
One post or comment in 1 thread mentions HIST 266, January 2018 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Winter 2018
Any history courses on the British monarch? 2 points, 8 comments
“I am interested in taking a history course on the British monarch (i.e. what kings and queens there were/are, what they did, etc). I checked, but there isn't much. Anybody know of any?”
u/3point14luong: “How about HIST 266 The British Empire 1857-1956? If not that, maybe HIST 206 for Queen Victoria's reign?”
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