HIS 223 - The Early Middle Ages 3 cr.

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of European history from the end of the Roman Empire through the time of the First Crusade. Some specific topics addressed include: the end of the Western Roman Empire, Charlemagne, the voyages of the Vikings, feudalism, and the Norman Conquest. Class lectures will include discussion of not only dates and historical figures, but also the art, architecture, music, and living conditions of this period. Pre and/or Corequisite: ENG 101