In this episode which was first aired on Whatifalthist’s podcast, Rudyard Lynch explores the hypothetical scenario of World War III, analyzing potential winners, front lines, and geopolitical alliances.

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TIMESTAMPS:

  • Exploring the What Ifs and Changing Perspectives of World War III
  • Theoretical Alliances and Their Strengths
  • Potential Flashpoints and Concerns
  • The Unpredictability of Predicting the Future
  • Imagining a Scenario: China's Invasion of Taiwan
  • The Realities of Modern Warfare and Technology
  • Reevaluating China's Military and Social Stability
  • The Complex Terrain of Potential Conflicts
  • A New Type of War: Demographic and Economic Battles
  • Concluding Thoughts and the Future of Warfare

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