So. The battle of Warsaw was fought between Poland-Lithuania and combined Swedish and Brandenburgian armies. Poles had superior numbers, especially when it comes to cavalry, and upper ground, but the Swedes were much more disciplined and experienced after the 30 years war. Among the last attempts at winning the battle was a charge of the Hussars. The charge failed, but not all of the cavalry committed (only the Hussars, of which according to the most generous estimates there was less than one thousand, and some sources say not all of them charged), and even then Karl Gustav was heavily wounded with a lance. The Poles lost the battle, and retreated via a bridge on the Vistula to the left bank. The Swedes did pursuit, but without much effect. Warsaw was recaptured by Swedes and pillaged some more and, of course, the war dragged on for 4 more years.
What if more of the cavalry charged, breaking the lines, killing Karl Gustav, and winning the battle? The Swedish-Brandenburgian army had their backs against a swamp, and any Polish pursuit should be more successful due to larger amount of cavalry. Elector Frederick was also present at the battlefield, so there was the possibility of at least capturing him.
How does this affect the conflicts of both Swedes and Poles with Russia? Does the Polish-Swedish war end with this battle, or will it continue? And what would be the fate of Hohenzollern Prussia after Frederick's betrayal when Poland's situation suddenly get much, much better?
What if more of the cavalry charged, breaking the lines, killing Karl Gustav, and winning the battle? The Swedish-Brandenburgian army had their backs against a swamp, and any Polish pursuit should be more successful due to larger amount of cavalry. Elector Frederick was also present at the battlefield, so there was the possibility of at least capturing him.
How does this affect the conflicts of both Swedes and Poles with Russia? Does the Polish-Swedish war end with this battle, or will it continue? And what would be the fate of Hohenzollern Prussia after Frederick's betrayal when Poland's situation suddenly get much, much better?