An alternative historical outcome refers to a hypothetical scenario or what could have happened if certain historical events had unfolded differently, leading to alternative consequences or developments.
Related terms
Counterfactual History: The study or exploration of historical events' potential outcomes if certain critical factors had been different.
Butterfly Effect: A concept derived from chaos theory suggesting that small changes can lead to significant consequences over time.
What-if Analysis: A method used by historians and scholars to analyze the potential impact of alternative scenarios on historical events.