9/11 Ends Differently


 *  Point of Divergence 

Both planes miss the World Trade Center and instead hit each other mid-flight; killing all on the plane and sparing everyone else. This article will explore what the author of this page thinks will transpire after.


 * 9/11/2001

Investigations ensue and takes 10 and so days to rule the incidents as a pilot error. Everything resumes as normal for the remainder as Iraq and Afghanistan are never invaded by America. Security at airports is increased when reports that terrorists were on board, but their plot is never uncovered.


 * 2004 

George Bush loses to John Kerry as he had no war to draw fear from. Kerry has summit with Saddam Hussein in order to investigate the claims of Nuclear weapons, and after no nukes were found; he leaves Saddam to continue his reign while the British remain unconvinced and invade Iraq themselves to capture Saddam. The British are condemned for taking action without any evidence to back-up their claim.


 * Mid-2004

Iraqi's loyal to Saddam declare war on the UK after proving their actions with unjustified and make plans to invade the country. UK requests the Commonwealth to assist them in the war, however, Australia rejects their request in order to maintain positive relations with America and Iraq following the pleas of the Australian Republic Movement. The UK Government refuses to accept their rejection and tries to send a party to change their mind. The ARM sabotage their ships and planes after their arrival and support for the Republic Movement increases by 40%.


 * November 9, 2004

Australians declare Independency from the Commonwealth and the UK rejects their declaration. Tension increases and war is declared as the British invade Queensland. The US offer support, but Australia politely refuses. 1289 lives are lost in the Invasion of Cairns and Ravenshoe is razed.