“The True Origin of ‘The Napoleon Complex,'” by Robert Scribner
Apr 1st, 2015 | By DefenestrationNapoleon Complex. A lot of people like to throw that term around. It’s also commonly known as “Short Man Syndrome.” You know the gist: smaller guys feel an urge to compensate for their size, usually via excessive aggression. But did you know that the origin of the term Napoleon Complex is historically inaccurate? If not, read on!