Quote Originally Posted by DisruptorX
I don't think that it is too far fetched. Napoleon and Hitler are both compared due to a certain history altering decision that they both foolishly made. America is the first nation since Rome to have monolithic power. While this won't last forever, I certainly think comparissons are valid.
It is perfectly alright to compare Hitler and Napoleon's invasions of Russia, because it is a very specific topic and a recurrent historical cycle (Plenty of other Russian invasions failed.) Certain factors can be compared and shared, and I would not call them far-fetched. I would agree that Rome and America are the only nations to have monolithic power (Rome moreso, because of their control of their region, whereas America is in a much bigger world with much more outside of their influence.) However, I think it is far-fetched to make an overall connection between the two. I'm sorry if I wasn't clear enough. :)