The Historical Development of London

  • HIST232L or HONR249L

  • SH CORE

The Historical Development of London course covers the history of London, beginning with its foundation by the Romans, continuing with the city's progressive political and cultural domination of England, the British Isles and the British Empire, and concluding with a look at the city in the 20th century. Students look at London through the eyes of contemporaries and historians while forming their own impressions of the city during course-based walking tours of the city.

You may also view a sample syllabus from the course.