The Unknown Patton [Hardcover]

Charles M. Province (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 27, 1988

A history and study of the life and career of General George S. Patton, Jr. This book contains a wealth of knowledge concerning portions of Patton's life that have not been explained in previous biographies. Learn the truth about the "slapping incidents," read about Patton's personal philosophy of life, war, and citizenship, and find out why the General was planning on resigning from the U.S. Army instead of simply retiring.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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About the Author

Charles M. Province is the president and founder of the George S. Patton, Jr. Historical Society. He is the author of "Patton's Third Army," "Patton's One-Minute Messages," "General Walker: The Man Who Saved Korea," and "Patton's Punch Cards." He owns the largest personal collection of Patton material and memorabilia in the world and has studied the life, career, and philosophy of General Patton for decades. His website at "pattonhq.com" is considered to be the best Patton reference on the internet. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 261 pages
• Publisher: Random House Value Publishing (January 27, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0517455951
• ISBN-13: 978-0517455951
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,151,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational Words of General Patton, October 24, 2003

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Jan Peczkis "Scholar and Thinker" (Chicago IL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Unknown Patton (Hardcover)

This book has many Pattonisms. This includes how soldiers are to overcome the fear of death. Patton reminds them that all men die in time, that only 2% of soldiers in heavy combat die in battle, and that everyone in battle is scared. He then makes the sage point about courage NOT being the absence of fear but the carrying on of duties in spite of one's fears. As a Polish American, I especially appreciate the fact (p. 160) that Patton quotes the Polish General Anders to the effect that, were Anders' Polish forces sandwiched between the German army and the Soviet Army, he would not know which one to fight. Very well put! Even though the Soviets were supposedly Allies, they had no intention of respecting Poland's sovereignity, and the western Allies gave in to Soviet demands and betrayed Poland.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Stars for Patton, January 19, 2000

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Peter J.K. Hendrikx (the Netherlands) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Unknown Patton (Hardcover)

First a disclaimer; yes I admire Patton. And so does Province. He wrote a most interesting book with many little known facts about the man and the legend. It includes seperate chapters about his early years, service in Mexico, the true version and background on his famous address which was made immortal by George C. Scott in the movie, his personal side arms, Eisenhower's three major errors (the Falaise Gap, halting Patton for the 'Bridge too Far' operation in Holland and allowing the Battle of the Bulge to happen), some misconceptions, the slapping incidents, his philosophy, etc. Also an easy to read chapter on famous quotations by Patton, showing both his humor and insight. This book is a must for anyone who wants to know more about Patton, and should be seen as an addition to other works like the Patton Papers I and II, War as I Knew It and Patton, A Genius for War.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read, May 4, 2000

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Lacy Monet-Duvalier - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Unknown Patton (Hardcover)

Written by one of the foremost authorities on the life and times of General George S. Patton, Jr. This book is a must read for anyone interested in the true Patton, both family man and soldier. Add it to your library and treasure it always.