Underestimating Russia

 From skepticalSOB at MoonOfAlabama:

Karl 12: “Russia is a dwarf. I will bring her to her knees.” 1707

After the battle of Poltava, Sweden lost the status of a great power.

Friedrich 2: “I will conquer backward Russia.” Mid 18th century.

In 1759 the Russians entered Berlin.

Napoleon: “Russia is a colossus with feet of clay. I will destroy it.” 1812

In 1814 the Russians took Paris.

Hitler: “I will conquer the USSR by the end of the summer of 41.” 1941

In 1945, Hitler committed suicide when the Red Army entered Berlin.

Hitler: “I will conquer the USSR by the end of the summer of 41.” 1941

In 1945, Hitler committed suicide when the Red Army entered Berlin.