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This course surveys the history of Europe through the Balkans (a region consisting of present‑day Bulgaria, Romania, Macedonia, Albania, Greece, Montenegro, Kosovo/Kosova, Serbia, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, and Croatia), from the pre‑modern period to the present day. Emphasis is placed on the cultural diversity of the region and its impact on peace and conflict. Topics include the rise and fall of empires, economic change, religious transformation, violence, and the impact of ideologies such as nationalism, democracy, fascism, and communism.
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