after reading the demise of the nation state Summarize the author's argument. Do you agree that the failure of nation states is the primary cause? Why or why not? Could there be any other cause(s)? Explain and make sure to provide evidence to support your opinion.​

Examine the causes, course, and consequences of united states westward expansion and its growing diplomatic assertiveness (war of 1812, convention of 1818, adams-onis treaty, missouri compromise, monroe doctrine, trail of tears, texas annexation, manifest destiny, oregon territory, mexican american war/mexican cession, california gold rush, compromise of 1850, kansas nebraska act, gadsden purchase).