GER 323 DIVIDED GERMANY, 1949-89
This course examines the separation of Germany into two countries in 1949 and the separate paths for West and East Germany that ensued, including the development of specific West and East German identities. Special emphasis on the former communist state known as the Democratic Republic of Germany (East Germany), its political development, positive aspects (community, unity), and human rights abuses (surveillance, Stasi, secret prisons). GER 323 is offered every other fall, in rotation with GER 321.
Prerequisite
GER 222 or placement at this level.