The Flames of Liberty [Alternate History Short Story]

In an alternate timeline, the American Civil War spirals into a catastrophic global conflict that reshapes the world. When the Confederate States of America gain the support of Britain and France, the Union faces a daunting alliance. British redcoats and French soldiers march alongside Confederate forces, while their navies challenge the Union blockade.

But the Union finds its own allies: Russia, eager to counter British ambitions, sends warships and troops, while German states led by Prussia supply advanced weapons and volunteers. The war spreads beyond American soil, with battles raging from the Atlantic Ocean to the deserts of Texas, and even as far as the steppes of Central Asia.

As Union armies fight for survival, President Abraham Lincoln must navigate treacherous international diplomacy, while Confederate leaders strive to secure full recognition as a sovereign nation. The fate of millions hinges on a global power struggle where liberty, empire, and survival collide.

This is a story of courage, betrayal, and the high cost of freedom, where the destiny of America and the balance of world power hang in the balance. Will the flames of liberty engulf the world, or will the Union rise from the ashes stronger than ever?