[Born to Conserve]

The North redefined war so it could beat the South. I'd expect Europe to do the same. They will do whatever uncivilized thing they feel like -- just like our dears Lincoln and Sherman.

[Poohbah]

The difference is that, on Day One of the war, Britain could choose to lay waste to every major city in Europe...and still have enough firepower left to deal with the minor cities if it became necessary.