Scenarios about 'Columbia'
The nation of Columbia refers to a historical or alternate version of the United States of America, sometimes named after Christopher Columbus or the female personification "Columbia" that once symbolized America. In alternate history scenarios, Columbia often represents a different constitutional development or political evolution of North America, frequently appearing in steampunk or early American divergence timelines. The name carries significance in exploring how national identity might have developed under different historical circumstances.
What If The Columbia Disaster Never Occurred?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Space Shuttle Columbia and its crew survived their February 2003 reentry, potentially altering the trajectory of NASA, manned spaceflight, and international space cooperation.
What If The Columbia Never Disintegrated?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Space Shuttle Columbia didn't break apart during re-entry in 2003, potentially altering NASA's trajectory, space exploration priorities, and the development of commercial spaceflight.
What If The Space Shuttle Columbia Never Disintegrated?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Space Shuttle Columbia safely returned to Earth in 2003, potentially altering the trajectory of NASA's human spaceflight program and the development of commercial space ventures.