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George S. Patton

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Command

Last Stocked on 4/19/2020

Product Info

Title
George S. Patton
Publisher
Product Line
Category
Author
Steven Zaloga
Publish Year
2010
Pages
64
Dimensions
7x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147430767
MFG. Part #
OSPCMD003
Type
Softcover
Series
CMD3

Description

George S. Patton Jr. was the iconic American field commander of World War II, and widely regarded as the US Army’s finest practitioner of mechanized warfare. This title examines Patton’s colorful life and leadership in three wars, with a concentration on his command in World War II. Despite his ability, Patton was thoroughly reviled by most GIs, partly due to his insistence on traditional military discipline in the ranks, but also because of his unwillingness to pander to the growing power of the press. This combination of ability and controversy have combined to make him one of the most interesting figures in American military history.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • The early years
  • The military life
  • The hour of destiny
  • Opposing commanders
  • Inside the mind
  • A life in words
  • Further reading
  • Glossary
  • Index