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2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2009-2010 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

WMS 212 - The Case of Lizzie Borden

3 credits C
Using primary source documents such as newspapers, wills, city directories, the federal census, etc., students will study the fascinating case of Lizzie Borden of Fall River who was accused of the brutal axe murder of her father and stepmother. Students will develop their skills in historical methodology, and participation in class discussions is emphasized. Cross-listed as HST 212.