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The German Imperial army IOTL was very volatile and powerful as it stood, not only in technology but in pure numbers as well as organization, however it can still always be improved upon, especially if given appropriate PODs. With a POD of no earlier ghan 1900, what can you do to optimize and...

It's very known that the Imperial German army suffered very big inefficiencies such as a lack of mobilization capabilities, proper inspectorates and many more problems. How could've they been fixed before the outbreak of WW1?

I have been doing some reading and research on the alliance structure pre-WW1 . The League of Three Emperors was a short lived alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary and Russia. It was tried twice by Bismark but fell apart each time because of Balkans, specifically Russia and Austria's...

It is undeniable that Enver was a nationalist willing to do anything for the Turkish cause, however, as we all know, his enthusiasm and bravery were his main strengths, but as a military and political leader, he left much to be desired, but, what if it had been the opposite? What if he had...

Let's say that The Ottoman Empire stayed Neutral and There was a Republican President during WW1 (either, Taft, Roosevelt, or Root) who pressured Congress to declare War on Germany after the sinking of the Lusitania. WW1 ended in Nov/Dec 1916 How would this change the Treaty of Versailles...

I've seen some persons on this forum that the Spring Offensive is destined to fail, but with the US joining ww1 as per OTL can the Germans succeed? And if the US stays neutral?

Teddy is reelected in 1908, and Taft became a Supreme Court Judge. So Teddy Picked his Secretary of State Elihu Root to run In 1912. With No split vote, Elihu Root became president in 1912 with Hiriam Johnson as his VP. How this would change WW1? Your Opinions?

I can't understate that a powerful notion of Italy joining the war on the side of the Central Powers would result in a Central Powers Victory and the consequences of world coming from that. But I barely anyone exploring the opposite direction of the Central Powers still losing with Italy on...

Belgium remains part of the Netherlands. What happens to the Congo? Effects on WW1? Effects on WW2?

I recently completed posting an Alternate Battle of Jutland thread from WW1. The AU basically removed the pre-dreadnaughts from the HSF order of Battle leaving Scheer operating under severe operational restrictions from the Kaiser to preserve the HSF at all costs. In that thread the battle...

I think these events would still happen, but might be postponed or play out differently. 1. The austro-hungarian empire collapsing 2. The Ottoman empire collapsing 3. The great depression, or some kind of recession at least. Maybe better, maybe worse. What about you guys?

Greetings All Just thought I'd post for your interest and amusement a different take on the Battle of Jutland in 1916 and some of its flow ons. Hope you find it interesting and look forward to your feedback. Tangles. PROLOGUE: To put this scenario in context much of its initial inspiration...

In a study of the effectiveness of strategic bombing in Europe, it is clear that incendiary bombs are between 4 and 5 times more destructive than explosives, and chemical weapons because of gas masks in the First World War appear to be of low effectiveness. I want to ask if the artillery of the...

Is it possible that WW1 ends in a stalemate?

Greetings all. Just thought I'd post for your entertainment and amusement a different take on the Battle of the Falklands in 1914. In this AU the German presence in Chile has contacts through an Irish officer on a Chilean steamer that has a regular transport contract for Mutton from the...

From what I have read, the Royal Newfoundland Regiment suffered staggering losses during WWI, including a 90% casual rate during the first day of the Battle of the Somme. Over the course of the war, over 1200 fatalities and over 2200 wounded were recorded, a heavy blow to a dominion with a low...

What are some other names the British royals could have adopted, in lieu of Windsor? Some names that come to me are; House Balmoral House Buckingham House Wessex House Pendragon House Albion

What if Charles I and Sixtus could plan with the Entente for an Austrian White Peace? Would Austria become Neutral or invade Germany? How would this affect the relations between Vienna and berlin? How does this affect the future of Europe?

I'm kind of a newbie here, so I'm not sure if this is the right board to post this on (please tell me where if it isn't), but I have some ideas for a timeline that I would like feedback/more in-depth knowledge on, (ill admit my knowledge of history is pretty eurocentric unfortunately, so id...

Im new here so I dont wanna do some stuff in this description Anyways, the topic here is.. What would've happened if the mircacle at the marne never happened thats it