HIST 143A

Main Course

Constitutional History of U.S.: Origins and Development of Constitutionalism in U.S.

Description

Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Designed for juniors/seniors. Particular emphasis on framing of Federal Constitution in 1787 and its subsequent interpretation. Judicial review, significance of Marshall Court, and effects of slavery and Civil War on Constitution. P/NP or letter grading.