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Originally Posted by Almighty Colin
Why did Athens fight Sparta after their alliance against the Persians? Why did the Italians switch sides in World War I? Why did the USSR and USA stare each other down in the Cold War after fighting together in World War II?
What did Thucydides say? "Honor, fear and interest". Has human nature changed?
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You are correct...changing alliances is nothing new.