10 Great What-Ifs of American History

History may appear logical and even inevitable: Things happened because they had to. But when you go back to examine the great turning points of the past, you quickly discover how choices, chances, and accidents played a huge rule in making the world we know today. Politicians, writers, explorers, and ordinary people all make choices that shape history. But examining the moments that define our history raises an important question: What if things had gone differently? Accompanied by a selection of guests, Professor Jortner takes you through a mind-bending exploration of the history that could have been. You’ll discover how history is contingent on split-second decisions, near misses, and bizarre accidents. By reflecting on what didn’t happen, this course gives you new insights on what did happen—and the impact on our world today.


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  • The Great Courses: 10 Great What-Ifs of American History
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  • TheTVDB.com Series ID 470323
  • Status Ended
  • First Aired January 1, 2024
  • Recent January 1, 2024
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Average Runtime 30 minutes
  • Genres Documentary
  • Original Country United States of America
  • Original Language English
  • Episode Screenshot Format 16:9 Screencap
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