HIST 4500 Myth and the U.S. West

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.
HIST 4500 meets with HIST 3500. The requirements of the courses are the same EXCEPT that a research paper is required for students in 4500.