Why does the rise of the modern nation state in Europe fail the comparative test as an explanation of European success at exploration, conquest, and colonization?

It failed due to the uncertainty of replicating the successes recoded in the history of conquest, exploration and colonization which has created an uncertain future of what is expected of modern nation state.

Explanation:

Modern nation states in Europe demonstrated effectiveness and political will in achieving the historical successes recorded during the years of colonization and exploration. It has over time tried to protect its space from economic invasions and political instability. Survival of these nation states is dependent upon strategic economic actions applied to sustain the strengths and sponsor the ideals that have been preserved from pre-historic times about Europe and member states.