Scenarios about 'persia'
The historical region and empire centered in what is now Iran, which at its height under the Achaemenid dynasty stretched from the Balkans to the Indus Valley. Persian civilization has been a dominant cultural and political force in the Middle East for over 2,500 years, known for its sophisticated administrative systems, architectural achievements, and religious influences including Zoroastrianism. In alternate history scenarios, Persia often serves as a counterbalance to Western powers or as an enduring empire with different religious or technological trajectories.
What If Alexander's Empire Had a Clear Succession Plan?
Exploring how the Hellenistic world and broader Eurasian development might have unfolded if Alexander the Great had established a clear succession plan before his death, potentially preserving his vast empire rather than having it fragment into competing kingdoms.
What If Philip II of Macedon Was Not Assassinated?
Exploring how world history would have unfolded if Philip II had lived to lead the invasion of Persia instead of his son Alexander.
What If Alexander's Empire Had a Clear Succession Plan?
Exploring how world history would have unfolded if Alexander the Great had established a stable succession, preventing the wars of the Diadochi and potentially preserving his unified empire.
What If the Battle of Marathon Was Lost?
Exploring how world history would have unfolded if Persian forces had defeated the Athenians at Marathon in 490 BCE, potentially altering the development of Western civilization.
What If Alexander the Great Lived to Old Age?
Exploring how world history would have unfolded if Alexander the Great had survived his illness in Babylon and continued his conquests and empire-building into old age.