Barton

Author: Gidel Medro
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Patton had a glorious military record, commanding his troops across the North African desert and sweeping across Europe, conquering every foe. Patton was a soldier born for war, possessing a natural spirit of victory. Before him, no difficulty was insurmountable and no obstacle was impassable. Eisenhower once remarked on him: "He could be effusive in praise and arrogant in self-praise, but his determination to win was irreplaceable." Patton was already renowned in his lifetime and became an idol for professional soldiers worldwide after his death. How did Patton, from a dull and timid child, grow into an outstanding military genius? How did he, from a young and impulsive soldier, forge himself into a seasoned general?