Catalog 2016-2017 Course: HIST 3500 Myth and the U.S. West 4 hours Download this page Majors, Minors & Degrees:MajorsHistory (B.A., B.S.)MinorsPeace and Justice Studies Departments/Programs:History See HIST 4500 Myth and the U.S. West. HIST 4500 Myth and the U.S. West (4 hours) A close investigation of the role that myth plays in understanding the history of the TranMississippi West, particularly up to the late 19th century. Students will explore the actual history through primary documents and narrative history.