I have been trying to learn more about the immediate post-war period and was looking at the fall of the Nationalists and the rise of the PRC along with its impact on the geopolitical situation. It would only be a couple years before the US developed into the "Policeman of the Free World" and the Korean War, so I was wondering if that process could be sped up a bit. I have a couple of questions I hoped you guys could help me answer:
What would it take to get the US to intervene in China (particularly interested if it is possible in late 1948, pre-Huaihai and Pingjin Campaigns)?
What forces would they be able to bring to the table at this point in time?
What other actions might they do if they get involved in the conflict? How are international relations affected by a US intervention?
What would the effect be on the Chinese Civil War? Would US involvement be enough to turn the tide? What is the likelihood of escalating to nuclear weapons?
I could probably think of a dozen other questions, but i think this is a good place to start.