It just depends on how you view history due instance France under Louis XIV of France was the dominant power in Europe

Until the nine years war

But for me I don't see it that why I take the long view that France never got to be the hegemon for an expansive time

The American culture and traditions rely heavily on English cultural traditions that originate from the 13th century at the earliest

What we consider modernity, liberalism and democratic values originated from England and replicated to various degrees of success around the world