Investigates imperial warfare and its effects during the late colonial period, concentrating on the French and Indian War (1754--1763), the disruption of Anglo-American relations, and the origins of the War of American Independence (1775--1783). Prereq., HIST 1015 or 1035. Same as HIST 5205. Credit not granted for this course and HIST 2215. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.