There isn't a whole lot more to say but what would happen if Manchukuo was granted independence from Japan but wasn't integrated back into the P.R.C? I have always been curious about this puppet state that I feel is often overlooked when talking about vassals and countries under the thumb of another. Of course if this were to occur, we also have to look at the possibility of Mengjiang becoming independent as well, but that is very unlikely to occur, based on the location of the puppet and the fact that it was integrated back
into the R.O.C but was still autonomous. If you want my opinion on how the scenario could play out, then below is what may have to happen, other than that post what you think may happen to allow these two puppet states acquire independence and what could occur as a result of this happening:
- Japan is bombed in June or July than in August, which is when Manchukuo was invaded by the Soviets.
- Japan surrenders soon after the bombings occur, at least 4 days after the bombings and fifteen at most.
- Japan surrenders without the defeat of the Kwantung army, which helped solidify their defeat.