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Fisher's unfinished cruiser reforms

Without the First World War, Fisher-era reforms might have developed much further, especially through the next cruiser generation.

Counterfactual HistoryCruiser DesignJohn FisherNaval InnovationRoyal Navy
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Question

How much further might Fisher's reforms have developed without the First World War?

Short answer

A great deal; the next generation of cruiser programs would be especially interesting.

Notes

Without the First World War, Fisher's reform trajectory could have developed much further. The next generation of cruiser programs is the most interesting place to look. The answer does not specify a finished class, armament, or timetable, so it supports a design-direction counterfactual rather than a definite alternate fleet.