> There is India, Russia, Brazil... Is Germany really bigger than them? Economically, yes, and for decades if not for your lifetime depending on your age and h

> There is India, Russia, Brazil... Is Germany really bigger than them? Economically, yes, and for decades if not for your lifetime depending on your age and how we account for East Germany. India and Brazil being in the conversation is a 21st century phenomenon (a very good one!).