Scenarios about 'London'
London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom, with a history spanning nearly two millennia since its founding as Londinium by the Romans. As a global center of finance, culture, and politics, London has played a pivotal role in world affairs from the British Empire to modern international relations. In alternate history scenarios, London often serves as a focal point for divergences involving British power, European conflicts, or technological developments that reshape global history.
What If London's Punk Scene Took a Different Direction?
Exploring the alternate timeline where London's punk movement evolved differently in the 1970s, radically altering the course of popular music, fashion, and counter-cultural movements worldwide.
What If London's Ringways Motorway Plan Was Fully Implemented?
Exploring the alternate timeline where London's ambitious 1960s motorway plan transformed the capital into a car-centric metropolis, permanently altering its urban fabric, transportation culture, and environmental future.
What If The Great London Fire of 1666 Never Occurred?
Exploring the alternate timeline where London was spared from the devastating fire of 1666, potentially altering the architectural, social, and public health trajectory of one of the world's most influential cities.
What If The Great Smog of London Never Occurred?
Exploring the alternate timeline where London avoided the catastrophic Great Smog of 1952, potentially altering the course of environmental regulation, public health policy, and urban planning in the 20th century and beyond.
What If The West End Never Developed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where London's West End never evolved into the world-famous theater and entertainment district, dramatically altering London's cultural landscape and global influence.