Develop an argument, in an essay of 1000 to 2000 words, based on the application of historical evidence that explains your view of the formation and evolution of American national identity, in all its manifestations, from the early-1600s to the late-1800s. To what extent has there been agreement on the nature of American national identity? How have historical changes led to debates, conflicts, and questions and, thus, impinged upon the formation of national identity? What have been some of the historical challenges to national identify during the period under study? How might political relationships, events, ideas, and movements impact the evolution of national identity? How did Americans address questions regarding their understanding of the country as a nation? To what extent has there been disagreement about the conception or definition of the “nation”? How do populations evolve? How did issues like race, class, ethnicity, and gender show themselves in American society? How did factors related to religion and art affect the development of American society and culture? What conflicts or efforts at social change occurred over this period? How did residents of the country attempt to secure their place in the nation?
? Respond in an essay of 1000 to 2000 words.
? Follow the guidelines on “How to Write History” and the examples provided. . Although formal citations are not required for the written work in this class, you must clearly identify the sources you use to develop your written work. At a minimum you should cite the author, give some clear time reference, and add other identifying points added as necessary.