Examines World War II in a global perspective. This era witnessed transformations in the social, political, and economic orders across the globe. Traces the domestic and international developments, including military issues, that shaped the period in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America and assesses the war's legacy. Prereq., HIST 1020, 1025, 1123, 1628, 1708, or 1800. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) only.