Chapter 0: Introduction, Who, What, Why
I was always fascinated by the American Dream, and how it does not always translate to the American Reality. So I asked the question, "What if Georgia and Carolinas did not participate in the American Revolution (walked out of the Declaration of Independence convention) due to Thomas Jefferson's Anti-Slavery Clause in the Declaration of Independence? (This almost happened in real life but was pulled specifically out of fear that those states would leave the United States of America).
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Now, I was also curious as to what if the USA always lived up to its founding ideals of freedom and equality, from the very beginning? Now, the British Army still loses the American Revolution, and the aftereffects of the GA, SC, NC refusal to join would heavily affect U.S. and British history afterwards?"
I got some answers there so I am trying to make a new timeline on this. Wish me luck, and please give me advice!
It is the American Revolution that so many revolutions and movements around the world are based off. It is the better angels of our nature that many are still trying to follow, despite the problems of modern America. Imagine how much stronger that would be with an America that believed in freedom and equality and willing to make the necessary sacrifices to do so. They will inspire many others into fulfilling those dreams of freedom.
I've always wanted America to live up to its purpose. So here's my take on that. The conception of America isn't its problems (though modern America has its fair share of problems) but of freedom, civil rights, prosperity, etc. So let's make that a reality in this timeline. There aren't going to be truly awful Presidents, but there will be some "Meh" ones that are usually glossed over. Civil rights occur much earlier than OTL--as much as 50-60 years ahead of schedule in some places. The optimism of Americans is drawing them to new heights. JASC Americans aren't drowning in their problems or embracing them--they see challenges to be defeated.
A Captain America quote from Marvel Comics. You may know this from Worffan. It's prescient for this timeline.
I was interested in the idea of a southern "British Columbia" ever since reading Murica1776's Expanded Universe of WMIT posts. I was thinking of something similar, but in a less grim dark setting. There will be some double blinded what ifs!
Edits for Maps
OTL "British Columbia" renamed "New Caledonia"
"Selkirk" province in Canada, named after a famous explorer (probaby in place of OTL Manitoba).
Altered states: Jefferson and Lincoln somewhere (maybe in place of Idaho or Arizona)
New state capitals... TBD in the western expansion 3.0 chapter.
Any place to get good maps?
If you have any ideas for areas other than the U.S, go on for ideas! I'd like them.
Thank you, @HeX, for inspiring me to write a timeline!
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Now, I was also curious as to what if the USA always lived up to its founding ideals of freedom and equality, from the very beginning? Now, the British Army still loses the American Revolution, and the aftereffects of the GA, SC, NC refusal to join would heavily affect U.S. and British history afterwards?"
I got some answers there so I am trying to make a new timeline on this. Wish me luck, and please give me advice!
It is the American Revolution that so many revolutions and movements around the world are based off. It is the better angels of our nature that many are still trying to follow, despite the problems of modern America. Imagine how much stronger that would be with an America that believed in freedom and equality and willing to make the necessary sacrifices to do so. They will inspire many others into fulfilling those dreams of freedom.
I've always wanted America to live up to its purpose. So here's my take on that. The conception of America isn't its problems (though modern America has its fair share of problems) but of freedom, civil rights, prosperity, etc. So let's make that a reality in this timeline. There aren't going to be truly awful Presidents, but there will be some "Meh" ones that are usually glossed over. Civil rights occur much earlier than OTL--as much as 50-60 years ahead of schedule in some places. The optimism of Americans is drawing them to new heights. JASC Americans aren't drowning in their problems or embracing them--they see challenges to be defeated.
A Captain America quote from Marvel Comics. You may know this from Worffan. It's prescient for this timeline.
I was interested in the idea of a southern "British Columbia" ever since reading Murica1776's Expanded Universe of WMIT posts. I was thinking of something similar, but in a less grim dark setting. There will be some double blinded what ifs!
Edits for Maps
OTL "British Columbia" renamed "New Caledonia"
"Selkirk" province in Canada, named after a famous explorer (probaby in place of OTL Manitoba).
Altered states: Jefferson and Lincoln somewhere (maybe in place of Idaho or Arizona)
New state capitals... TBD in the western expansion 3.0 chapter.
Any place to get good maps?
If you have any ideas for areas other than the U.S, go on for ideas! I'd like them.
Thank you, @HeX, for inspiring me to write a timeline!
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