AMS 10: Stories that Make America

San Jose State University

Introduces students to the political and historical origins of the U.S., as well as the ways these origins have been mythologized and reimagined in literature and social constructions of public memory. Along with studying primary source documents and archives within their historical context, students learn to analyze literature, popular culture, and public discourse to better understand the uses and misuses of historical memory. Focuses on a 100+ year span of history. Satisfies 3B. Humanities (Formerly Area C2) and US 1. US History. Pre/Corequisite(s): ENGL 1A.

Average GPA: 3.13

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