HIS 210 - Ohio History, 3 credit hours

This course provides an overview of the settlement and development of Ohio from the pre-Columbian era to the present era. When discussing the significant national issues and events of this same period, the focus will be on Ohio’s role and reaction and enduring themes of Ohio’s history - the cultural diversity of its people and its representative character. Major topics to be discussed include Native Americans, the French & Indian War, early settlement, Indian Wars, statehood, the War of 1812, economic & industrial growth, social & religious reform movements, anti-slavery, sectionalism, Ohio’s role in the Civil War & Reconstruction, the “Ohio Dynasty,” and Ohio into the 20th century. The course will follow this topical approach by focusing on political, social, cultural, and military developments of the period. Of course, since this is a course focusing on the great state of Ohio, the role of famous Ohioans will also be highlighted in the discussion of each topic. Student participation in the form of questions and/or discussion is welcomed and encouraged.