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Butterfly Wings & Hurricanes: The GoodFellows & Andrew Roberts Revisit Historical Counterfactuals | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
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Exploring Historical Counterfactuals
This chapter examines the intricate concept of counterfactuals in history, discussing how minor events could lead to significant changes in major historical outcomes. Drawing on examples and speculations, the conversation highlights key figures and events of the 20th century, including Stalin's influence on Russia and the potential ramifications if John F. Kennedy had survived his assassination attempt.
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