While Britain can`t be a superpower in the fashion of USA and USSR they could have been considerably greater than they are with a bit of luck and some business nous.
For example in 1945 Britain led the world with jet technology. This is one area that if pushed agressively early enough could have really boosted the British economy in this cutting edge feild. Perhaps the world of the 50s could ahve been full of Comets and swpt wing fighters from British industry. I think Britain was also well advanced in terms of computers and other electronics, which could be a handy nighe to exploit, and nuclear technology as well, Australia was looking for a reactor in the 50s and only the British had one for sale.
I don`t think the Empire could have lasted, but Commonwealth ties could have remaind and Britian been a major player in SEATO and CENTO organisations. They could have had a lot of clients for their arms and a lot of basing rights, which would give them influence far exceeding their raw power.
For example in 1945 Britain led the world with jet technology. This is one area that if pushed agressively early enough could have really boosted the British economy in this cutting edge feild. Perhaps the world of the 50s could ahve been full of Comets and swpt wing fighters from British industry. I think Britain was also well advanced in terms of computers and other electronics, which could be a handy nighe to exploit, and nuclear technology as well, Australia was looking for a reactor in the 50s and only the British had one for sale.
I don`t think the Empire could have lasted, but Commonwealth ties could have remaind and Britian been a major player in SEATO and CENTO organisations. They could have had a lot of clients for their arms and a lot of basing rights, which would give them influence far exceeding their raw power.