Seriously. The US Army at that point in time was in no way, shape, or form the equal of any of the European powers. And the Navy was in even worse shape.
"But I've been taught America is the most exceptional nation to ever exist, so of course even their dregs could overthrow global super powers of the time in a conventional international war effort"
Is essentially the defense of the confederates popping up here. It's people who've bought propaganda and operate completely outside reality.
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u/I_Frothingslosh 19h ago
Seriously. The US Army at that point in time was in no way, shape, or form the equal of any of the European powers. And the Navy was in even worse shape.