HIS216 History of the Merrimack Valley
This course examines the cultural, political and economic history of the Merrimack Valley region in northeastern Massachusetts from the time it was first explored by the English and French-Canadians in the 1600s to today. Special emphasis will be placed on the industrial development of cities such as Haverhill, Lawrence and Lowell, tracing their origins as manufacturing centers to today's service industries.
Prerequisite
Reading proficiency and Writing proficiency or
RWR090 Reading Writing and Reasoning Minimum Grade of: C or
ENG101 or higher Minimum Grade of: C