Scenarios about 'interwar period'
The period between the end of World War I in 1918 and the beginning of World War II in 1939, characterized by economic instability, political extremism, and failed attempts at lasting peace. These two decades saw the Great Depression, the rise of fascism and communism, rearmament policies, and the collapse of the international order established by the Treaty of Versailles, setting the stage for numerous potential historical divergences in alternate timelines.
What If Fascism Never Rose in Europe?
Exploring the alternate timeline where fascist movements failed to gain traction in interwar Europe, potentially averting World War II and reshaping the entire 20th century global order.
What If Mussolini Never Came to Power?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Benito Mussolini's fascist movement failed to gain control of Italy in 1922, potentially altering the rise of fascism in Europe and the course of World War II.
What If The Beer Hall Putsch Succeeded?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Hitler's 1923 Munich coup attempt succeeded, drastically altering the course of 20th century history and potentially leading to an earlier Nazi regime in Germany.
What If The League of Nations Succeeded?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the League of Nations became an effective international organization, preventing World War II and establishing a foundation for global cooperation that shaped the 20th century and beyond.
What If The Nazi Party Never Rose in Germany?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party failed to gain power in Germany, potentially altering the course of 20th century history, preventing World War II as we know it, and dramatically reshaping modern Europe.
What If The Treaty of Versailles Was Less Punitive?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the 1919 Treaty of Versailles imposed more moderate terms on Germany, potentially preventing the rise of extremism and changing the course of 20th century history.