The Russians did not make Soldier Boy stronger. In fact, they were responsible for his downfall.
Here's what happened:
- Vought, a powerful American corporation, created Soldier Boy as a weapon during World War II. He was a powerful and brutal superhero, but his reckless behavior and uncontrollable strength led to unintended consequences.
- The Russians, fearing Soldier Boy's power, captured him and experimented on him. They wanted to harness his abilities for their own purposes.
- The experiments left Soldier Boy severely weakened and unstable. He lost control of his powers and became a liability.
- The Russians eventually abandoned him, leaving him to languish in a Soviet prison.
While the Russians may have attempted to manipulate Soldier Boy's powers, they ultimately failed. Their experiments left him weaker and less effective, not stronger.
