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| + | For Americans, George Washington is the unbridled symbol of the nation, more influential than the other founding fathers for his leadership of the nation in war, and his presidency. While he did not literally write the law of the land, his judgment and character held the nation together and inspires the American identity into the present. Those outside of America see Washington as man who created the world power that today casts a shadow all across the globe |
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| + | Yet on this website, let us imagine that this unifying strong figure who did anything, ''anything'' as commander to create the country, did not live to see the American Revolution. A difference of an inch may have all been the difference in determining the course of Washington's life and the course of a humanity unaware of his future deeds. |
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| − | *This is an ''Open Time Line''. Anyone who wants to can edit the main articles in any way they wish or add any pages they wish. |
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==Preliminary History== |
==Preliminary History== |
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| + | '''''The following''' '''was''' '''written by the departed user AirshipArmada''''' |
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=== Washington Dies === |
=== Washington Dies === |
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Young Major George Washington was executing his first important mission under Virginia's Governor Dinwiddie. French troops were said to be building forts west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which the Governor knew to be within Britain's territory. Washington was in command of a small group which was to travel through the inhospitable region and deliver a note to the French. These were essentially the first written words leading to the Seven Years War (The French and Indian War). Having exhausted his horses, Washington and his companions continued on foot through the snow. They reached a village called Murdering Town. The first inhabitant they encountered shot at them at point-blank range. In [[OTL]] neither Washington nor Christopher Ghist was hit. But what if... |
Young Major George Washington was executing his first important mission under Virginia's Governor Dinwiddie. French troops were said to be building forts west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which the Governor knew to be within Britain's territory. Washington was in command of a small group which was to travel through the inhospitable region and deliver a note to the French. These were essentially the first written words leading to the Seven Years War (The French and Indian War). Having exhausted his horses, Washington and his companions continued on foot through the snow. They reached a village called Murdering Town. The first inhabitant they encountered shot at them at point-blank range. In [[OTL]] neither Washington nor Christopher Ghist was hit. But what if... |
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| ⚫ | The musket shot rings out echoing across the hills. Ghist draws his knife runs after the |
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| + | [[File:Death braddock.jpg|thumb|307x307px|Death of America's founding father George Washington on the Monongahela, 1755 ]] |
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| ⚫ | The musket shot rings out echoing across the hills. Ghist draws his knife, runs after the Indian fully intending to kill him, but he then hears a soft groan behind him. He turns to see Major Washington collapse into the snow, grabbing at his lower left side. A gut shot! The small party quickly carries Washington to the tree line - the village is obviously hostile. They make a small bivouac and treat George as best as they can. But two days later Washington passes away. The year is 1753 and George Washington was only 21 years old. |
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| ⚫ | Ghist and the others make a vengeance raid on the village; they kill five inhabitants but another member of their own party is also killed. Ghist himself is wounded slightly. They then continue onto Presque Isle (Erie, Pennsylvania) and deliver the note to the French. Three weeks later they begin their return trip, but are never heard from again. |
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| ⚫ | Back in Virginia, Governor Dinwiddie grows impatient and eventually realizes that Washington's party will not be coming back. He begins to organize another group when word reaches him that the French have sent an envoy; Monsieur De Jumonville. Everyone knew that war was inevitable, but an empty diplomatic dance must first be performed. Dinwiddle demands that the French abandon Fort Duquesne and withdraw from "Ohio Country". Jumonville asserts that the French have rights to that territory and will not be moved. |
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| ⚫ | [In OTL Washington lead a group to face the French near Fort Duquesne. They encountered Monsieur De Jumonville, who claimed to be a diplomat. Tanacharison, an Indian chief accompanying Washington, killed Jumonville and a general massacre followed - complete with scalping. This was the first violent act of the war. In this ATL Jumonville was not killed.] |
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| ⚫ | Ghist and the others make a vengeance raid on the village; they kill five inhabitants but another member of their own party is also killed. Ghist himself is wounded slightly. They then continue onto Presque Isle (Erie, Pennsylvania) and deliver the note to the French. Three weeks later they begin their return trip, but are never heard from again. |
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| + | == About this timeline == |
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| ⚫ | Back in Virginia, |
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| + | '''{{PAGENAME}}''' was created by the user AirshipArmda in 2006, he opened up his work to group collaboration. The Althist community found the project to have a great premise and elected for the timeline to be featured on the site. In the succeeding years this timeline was added onto by a team of creative users before the timeline was abandoned by 2009 leaving behind a great idea incomplete. |
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| + | Since then ''{{PAGENAME}}'' has been adopted by the user Stepintime to develop the world on which the timeline takes place. |
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| ⚫ | [In OTL Washington lead a group to face the French near Fort Duquesne. They encountered Monsieur De Jumonville, who claimed to be a diplomat. Tanacharison, an |
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| + | To go further the project here is envisioning a world, that experiments with the removal of one pivotal figure- George Washington. By far the greatest reaching consequences are in a different British Empire, the lack of sovereign New World Nations and a recoil against the liberal Ideals created by intellectuals in the 17th and 18th centuries. |
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| − | === Braddock's Expedition (French and Indian War) === |
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| − | Washington's absence means that the Virginian Army is not brought to the level of excellence achieved in OTL. It also means that the "Ohio Country" is not as well defended from the French and Indians. But the biggest change pre-ARW would occur with Braddock's Expedition. |
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| + | Upon the year 2000 most nations are directed at least in name by a large imperial blocs, while the world still experiments modernity the experience of the majority of people has transformed drastically. Outside of politics - culture, technology in the perceptions of the people in this new world are transformed away from our own. The values of man have changed, he has come to see the true value in lasting security even if illusory than the vague concept of "freedom" associated with old liberal philosophers. Even while many of today's people enjoy a semblance of choice and democratic rights they are viewed completely differently. Rather than a way of life that was fought for and earned, they are seen as privileges of a secure society guaranteed by the authority of royalty, and their armies. |
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| − | Braddocks Army built a road and marched toward Ft. Duquesne. As in OTL, disaster strikes. When the French and Indians fall upon the British from the woods, the American soldiers leave the road to engage. The British soldiers stay on the road to fight in the orderly fashion which worked so well in Europe. But America isn't Europe. The soldiers on the road make for easy targets. Worse, the Americans off the road are caught in the cross fire between the French and the British. |
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| + | The theme is not about famous hinge points changing the world superficially , but the lesson that ideas, nations and individuals are at a crossroads; the activities of all people - whether they are a landowner, or a factory worker matter, are all linked. Consequently actions we take as individuals- matter at some point on a larger scale. Humanity, then shapes his own destiny. |
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| − | In OTL Washington convinced Braddock to send a "Flying Column" forward and they were the first to suffer. In this time-line there is no "Flying Column" and the main body suffers the French attack without any warning. In OTL Washington distinguished himself by taking the desperate situation in hand and leading the British Army in a well executed retreat. But in this time-line Washington is long dead and the British suffer a complete route at Mononghela. |
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| + | == Want to contribute? == |
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| − | Casualties amongst the British are higher than in OTL and some very notable persons were present at the battle and could be affected. |
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| + | ''Washington Shot at Murdering Town! ''Is open to all Althistory wiki users to join and contribute, to join, follow these steps. |
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| − | *Daniel Boone - He was in the supply train and was very resourceful - Let's say he escapes unscathed. |
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| + | # Please read the following [[QSS and QAA|QSS]] and [[QSS and QAA|QAA]] and the [[Editorial Guidelines (Washington Shot at Murdering Town!)|Editorial Guidelines.]] |
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| − | *Thomas Gage - He barely survived in OTL so let's say that he is killed. In OTL he was lenient with the indians when he was governor of Montreal and he was relatively lenient with the American rebels when he was governor of Massachusetts. In this time-line, those offices would be held by harsher men. |
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| + | # Please introduce yourself on the talk page of the ATL. |
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| − | *Horatio Gates - Let's say he was wounded but not killed. His horse is killed and Gate's hip is crushed when his mount falls. He will still be able to serve in the American Revolution as an able administrator but can not serve as a field commander. |
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| + | ## Please detail your ideas as well. |
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| − | *Daniel Morgan - Killed - the US is shy one more military leader in the coming revolution |
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| + | # Understand Conventions in use in this wiki before creating a new page. |
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| − | *Charles Lee - He was an ensign at the age of 12 and served in several wars in Europe. He survived tough spots before, so lets say he does well in this debacle as well. Lee uses foul language and open threats to get troops into some order and out of harms way. British looking for any bright spots in the Braddock disaster would point to Lee's leadership - his reputation is increased. |
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| + | # Play nice, be respectful to everyone. |
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| + | == Disclaimer == |
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| − | Despite some differences, the Seven Years War finishes up much as in OTL. |
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| + | ''{{PAGENAME}}'' is a collaborative work of fiction licensed with the Creative Commons on par with AltHistory Wiki's and Wikia's copyright rules. The goal being to conceptualize an alternate world using historical sources, theory and relevant speculation. This Timeline by doing this does not seek to evaluate whether this fictional world is better or worse than the present and any bias thereof is PURELY ACCIDENTAL AND COINCIDENTAL. In no way should the political or private views of the writers be assumed based on contents of the article |
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| + | This timeline for the sake of the subject matter covers a wide range of controversial subjects including but not limited to- religion, ethnicity, race, political ideology and social problems. The AltHistory Wiki's [[Alternative History:No Cross, No Crown|No Cross No Crown]] rule applies when users discuss politics, religious and other topics for the sake of the timeline. By covering the subjects the timeline does not seek to traumatize or offend individuals. Nor does this timeline by covering controversial subjects promotes or condone prejudice, violence or any unlawful and unethical behaviors of any kind. This timeline discourages readers and writers from breaking any laws of their county either accidentally or purposely. |
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| − | === American Revolution === |
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| − | Washington was not an active voice leading to the revolution so his absence will not grossly change the build-up to war. The '''big''' change comes when a Commander and Chief must be chosen. There are three likely candidates: Charles Lee, Haratio Gates, and Artemas Ward. |
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| − | *Lee actively petitioned congress to be Commander in OTL and many people thought he was superior to Washington in military skill. |
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| − | *Gates was an excellent administrator and good at logistics but not as well known as a leader-of-men (he also shattered his hip at the alt-Battle of Mononghela). |
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| − | *Ward was in quite poor health. |
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| − | So the Commander and Chief of the Continental Army would be General Charles Lee. |
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| + | The authors of ''{{PAGENAME}}'' at althistory Wiki also do not take any responsibility for any political, societal or economic actions that could possibly be inspired by the contents of these articles. ''{{PAGENAME}}'' is purely intended to serve as entertainment to readers or an example of a counterfactual to members of the professional academic community. |
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| − | Lee was American born, wed a Mohawk woman, fought in several wars back in Europe, and was a hero in the French and Indian War. He was considered a better military thinker than Washington and in OTL the British were more worried (at first) about Lee than Washington. He was also uncouth, a hot head, arrogant, occasionally foolish, and possibly immoral. Some think he betrayed the American cause to the British in OTL. |
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| + | If there is any concerns on these subjects or any concern related to the above please send a message to the User:Stepintime or AltHistory wiki's [[TSPTF]]. |
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| − | Where Washington tried to defeat the British in set-piece battles, Lee wanted to engage in guerrilla warfare. Washington often bemoaned the fact that his army was a "rabble in arms", Lee would more likely accept the troops for what they were and plan accordingly. |
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| + | Here at AltHistory Wiki we create hypothetical worlds but we know the best way forward for the people of ''this'' world is to live together in happiness and peace. |
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| − | For more detail see {{WSMT|American Revolt}}. |
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| + | Thank you for your understanding, and please enjoy the ''{{PAGENAME}}'' project. |
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| − | * This is an Open Time Line. Anyone who wants to can edit the main articles in any way they wish or add any pages they wish. Have fun. To discuss it, see [[Washington Shot at Murdering Town!|the talk page]]. |
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For Americans, George Washington is the unbridled symbol of the nation, more influential than the other founding fathers for his leadership of the nation in war, and his presidency. While he did not literally write the law of the land, his judgment and character held the nation together and inspires the American identity into the present. Those outside of America see Washington as man who created the world power that today casts a shadow all across the globe
Yet on this website, let us imagine that this unifying strong figure who did anything, anything as commander to create the country, did not live to see the American Revolution. A difference of an inch may have all been the difference in determining the course of Washington's life and the course of a humanity unaware of his future deeds.
Welcome to
WASHINGTON SHOT AT MURDERING TOWN!
Preliminary History
The following was written by the departed user AirshipArmada
Washington Dies
Young Major George Washington was executing his first important mission under Virginia's Governor Dinwiddie. French troops were said to be building forts west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which the Governor knew to be within Britain's territory. Washington was in command of a small group which was to travel through the inhospitable region and deliver a note to the French. These were essentially the first written words leading to the Seven Years War (The French and Indian War). Having exhausted his horses, Washington and his companions continued on foot through the snow. They reached a village called Murdering Town. The first inhabitant they encountered shot at them at point-blank range. In OTL neither Washington nor Christopher Ghist was hit. But what if...
Point of Divergence
Death of America's founding father George Washington on the Monongahela, 1755
The musket shot rings out echoing across the hills. Ghist draws his knife, runs after the Indian fully intending to kill him, but he then hears a soft groan behind him. He turns to see Major Washington collapse into the snow, grabbing at his lower left side. A gut shot! The small party quickly carries Washington to the tree line - the village is obviously hostile. They make a small bivouac and treat George as best as they can. But two days later Washington passes away. The year is 1753 and George Washington was only 21 years old.
Ghist and the others make a vengeance raid on the village; they kill five inhabitants but another member of their own party is also killed. Ghist himself is wounded slightly. They then continue onto Presque Isle (Erie, Pennsylvania) and deliver the note to the French. Three weeks later they begin their return trip, but are never heard from again.
Back in Virginia, Governor Dinwiddie grows impatient and eventually realizes that Washington's party will not be coming back. He begins to organize another group when word reaches him that the French have sent an envoy; Monsieur De Jumonville. Everyone knew that war was inevitable, but an empty diplomatic dance must first be performed. Dinwiddle demands that the French abandon Fort Duquesne and withdraw from "Ohio Country". Jumonville asserts that the French have rights to that territory and will not be moved.
[In OTL Washington lead a group to face the French near Fort Duquesne. They encountered Monsieur De Jumonville, who claimed to be a diplomat. Tanacharison, an Indian chief accompanying Washington, killed Jumonville and a general massacre followed - complete with scalping. This was the first violent act of the war. In this ATL Jumonville was not killed.]
NEXT: Braddock's Expedition
About this timeline
Washington Shot at Murdering Town! was created by the user AirshipArmda in 2006, he opened up his work to group collaboration. The Althist community found the project to have a great premise and elected for the timeline to be featured on the site. In the succeeding years this timeline was added onto by a team of creative users before the timeline was abandoned by 2009 leaving behind a great idea incomplete.
Since then Washington Shot at Murdering Town! has been adopted by the user Stepintime to develop the world on which the timeline takes place.
To go further the project here is envisioning a world, that experiments with the removal of one pivotal figure- George Washington. By far the greatest reaching consequences are in a different British Empire, the lack of sovereign New World Nations and a recoil against the liberal Ideals created by intellectuals in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Upon the year 2000 most nations are directed at least in name by a large imperial blocs, while the world still experiments modernity the experience of the majority of people has transformed drastically. Outside of politics - culture, technology in the perceptions of the people in this new world are transformed away from our own. The values of man have changed, he has come to see the true value in lasting security even if illusory than the vague concept of "freedom" associated with old liberal philosophers. Even while many of today's people enjoy a semblance of choice and democratic rights they are viewed completely differently. Rather than a way of life that was fought for and earned, they are seen as privileges of a secure society guaranteed by the authority of royalty, and their armies.
The theme is not about famous hinge points changing the world superficially , but the lesson that ideas, nations and individuals are at a crossroads; the activities of all people - whether they are a landowner, or a factory worker matter, are all linked. Consequently actions we take as individuals- matter at some point on a larger scale. Humanity, then shapes his own destiny.
Want to contribute?
Washington Shot at Murdering Town! Is open to all Althistory wiki users to join and contribute, to join, follow these steps.
- Please read the following QSS and QAA and the Editorial Guidelines.
- Please introduce yourself on the talk page of the ATL.
- Please detail your ideas as well.
- Understand Conventions in use in this wiki before creating a new page.
- Play nice, be respectful to everyone.
Disclaimer
Washington Shot at Murdering Town! is a collaborative work of fiction licensed with the Creative Commons on par with AltHistory Wiki's and Wikia's copyright rules. The goal being to conceptualize an alternate world using historical sources, theory and relevant speculation. This Timeline by doing this does not seek to evaluate whether this fictional world is better or worse than the present and any bias thereof is PURELY ACCIDENTAL AND COINCIDENTAL. In no way should the political or private views of the writers be assumed based on contents of the article
This timeline for the sake of the subject matter covers a wide range of controversial subjects including but not limited to- religion, ethnicity, race, political ideology and social problems. The AltHistory Wiki's No Cross No Crown rule applies when users discuss politics, religious and other topics for the sake of the timeline. By covering the subjects the timeline does not seek to traumatize or offend individuals. Nor does this timeline by covering controversial subjects promotes or condone prejudice, violence or any unlawful and unethical behaviors of any kind. This timeline discourages readers and writers from breaking any laws of their county either accidentally or purposely.
The authors of Washington Shot at Murdering Town! at althistory Wiki also do not take any responsibility for any political, societal or economic actions that could possibly be inspired by the contents of these articles. Washington Shot at Murdering Town! is purely intended to serve as entertainment to readers or an example of a counterfactual to members of the professional academic community.
If there is any concerns on these subjects or any concern related to the above please send a message to the User:Stepintime or AltHistory wiki's TSPTF.
Here at AltHistory Wiki we create hypothetical worlds but we know the best way forward for the people of this world is to live together in happiness and peace.
Thank you for your understanding, and please enjoy the Washington Shot at Murdering Town! project.
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- Timeline - work in progress
- World Map - contributors, please give opinions, need new maps
- Current Participants - Sign your name here!