Surveys British History from 1688 to the present. This course will examine the three major kingdoms in the British Isles but will focus more on England. This course will proceed chronologically and examine several themes throughout, including the role of religion in society, the development of parliamentary government from the Revolution of 1688 through the rise of the Labor party in the late 20th century, the birth of the Industrial Revolution and the changes in society, the rise of Great Britain as a commercial, naval, and imperial power, Great Britain's role in Europe, the central government's dealings with the other kingdoms in the British crown, including questions of British identity, and Great Britain's role in world politics in the late 20th century. Must have six credit hours of history or permission of instructor. Spring every odd year.