Scenarios about 'Wales'
Wales is a country that forms part of the United Kingdom, located on the western side of Great Britain with a distinct Celtic cultural heritage and language. Throughout history, Wales has maintained a unique identity despite English conquest in the 13th century, experiencing periods of rebellion, industrial transformation during the coal mining era, and cultural revival. In alternate history scenarios, Wales often features in timelines exploring Celtic independence movements, different outcomes of English expansion, or divergent industrial development paths.
What If Cardiff Developed Different Post-Coal Industries?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Cardiff pursued alternative economic paths after coal's decline, transforming Wales' capital into a different kind of economic powerhouse with far-reaching consequences for Welsh identity and prosperity.
What If Swansea Developed Different Post-Coal Industries?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Swansea prioritized technology and financial services over traditional manufacturing after coal's decline, potentially transforming this Welsh city into a Celtic Silicon Valley.
What If Wales Gained More Devolved Powers Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Wales achieved significant devolution decades before the actual 1998 Government of Wales Act, potentially reshaping Welsh identity, UK politics, and British constitutional development.