Author: isidrobabb

History is filled with moments where the course of events hung in the balance—decisions made, or not made, that could have dramatically reshaped the world we know. These near misses often reveal the fragility of fate and the profound impact of seemingly mundane choices. Here, we explore several historical events that represent significant missed opportunities.One of the most notable examples is the “Zimmermann Telegram” in 1917 during World War I. German Foreign Minister Arthur Zimmermann sent a secret proposal to Mexico, suggesting a military alliance against the United States should they enter the war. The British intercepted this message and…