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Counterfactual

Speculative history. The current more PC term for "What If?" Many wargames alter events, i.e. A Confederate victory at Gettysburg. A very popular pasttime is to alter historical events, then attempt to discern the ramifications of the changes.

Original definition 31 December 2010 3:54 AM by unknown member.

Last revised 31 December 2010 3:56 AM by unknown member.