Scenarios about 'consolidation'
The process by which separate entities, territories, or political powers merge into larger, unified structures often through conquest, treaty, or political arrangement. Consolidation has been a recurring historical pattern in the formation of nation-states, empires, and federations throughout world history. In alternate history scenarios, different patterns of territorial or political consolidation frequently serve as divergence points that reshape geopolitical landscapes and power dynamics.
What If Jacksonville Developed a Stronger Urban Core?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Jacksonville, Florida pursued concentrated downtown development rather than suburban sprawl, transforming it into a vibrant urban center of the American Southeast.
What If New York City's Borough System Was Structured Differently?
Exploring the alternate timeline where New York City's landmark 1898 consolidation created a different borough structure, reshaping America's greatest metropolis and its global influence.