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Key Phrases: lodgment area, provisional corps, slapping incidents, Third Army, United States, General Patton (more...)

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"The best Patton biography." -- Military Bookman

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He is America’s most famous general. He represents toughness, focus, determination, and the ideal of achievement in the face of overwhelming odds. He was the most feared and respected adversary to his enemies and an object of envy, admiration, and sometimes, scorn to his professional peers. An early proponent of tank warfare, George S. Patton moved from being a foresighted lieutenant in the First World War to commanding the Third Army in the next, leading armored divisions in the Allied offensive that broke the back of Nazi Germany. Patton was an enigmatic figure. His image among his troops and much of the press achieved legendary status through his bold and colorful comments and combat leadership, yet these same qualities nearly jeopardized his career and forced him out of the battle on several occasions. Victory was impossible without Patton, and returning to the field, his army was responsible for one of the most crushing advances in the history of warfare.

In Ladislas Farago’s masterpiece, Patton: Ordeal and Triumph, the complete story of this fascinating personality is revealed. Born into an aristocratic California family, Patton rose in military rank quickly and was tapped to lead the Allied landings in North Africa in 1942. Under Patton’s direction, American troops cut their teeth against Rommel’s Afrikakorps, advanced further and more quickly than British General Montgomery’s army in the conquest of Sicily, and ultimately continued their exploits by punching into Germany and checking the Russian westward advance at the end of World War II. A sweeping, absorbing biography, the inspiration for the Academy Award-winning film starring George C. Scott, and critically hailed, Patton: Ordeal and Triumph provides unique insights into Patton’s life and leadership style and is military history at its finest.

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Paperback: 896 pages
Publisher: Westholme Publishing (May 3, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1594160112
ISBN-13: 978-1594160110
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Shortly after sunset on November 7, 1942, the British Broadcasting Corporation began to sneak into its programs beamed to French North Africa a cryptic message made up of just two words: "Robert arrive" . . . "Robert is coming!" Read the first page

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lodgment area, provisional corps, slapping incidents, northern thrust, efficient prosecution, armored division, first army, new commanding general, army group, armored force, tank corps

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Third Army, United States, General Patton, General Eisenhower, Supreme Commander, General Marshall, General Bradley, West Wall, Seventh Army, George Patton, Eighth Army, North Africa, Red Army, General Alexander, War Department, Western Task Force, Prime Minister, Admiral Hewitt, Fort Myer, General Gay, West Point, President Roosevelt, General Gaffey, Battle of the Bulge, General Walker

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5.0 out of 5 stars Patton: Ordeal and Triumph, June 14, 2000

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Amazon managed to obtain me an out of print copy, without which I would not be able to write this review. This book is an excellent exposition of George Patton the warrior and General. There is no doubt that had his and Bradley's roles been reversed that the war in Europe would have finished months earlier than it did. The failure to close the Falaise gap and the subsequent german escape is an example of indecision by both Eisenhower and Bradley. I have read three books on Patton and a Soldiers Story by Bradley - Patton was the warrior - Patton was the leader - Patton was the difference. Thanks Amazon for the effort to find me a copy. I appreciate it. Regards, Tom

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5.0 out of 5 stars Must reading for anyone interested in WW II, February 25, 2000

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Who can forget George C. Scott's incredible Oscar winning performance as Patton? Yet few people remember that the movie came mostly from this book and Omar Bradley's input. Patton was one of the most eccentric, brilliant, egotistical generals ever. This fine book takes you through his upbringing to his last days after the war. Farago is outstanding in his research and presentation. This is truly one of the greatest biographies ever written.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Give me maps!, July 14, 2004

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Great history of the Third Army and Patton's life and command. I have the paperback copy and maps would have been extremely helpful and have added to my enjoyment. Every advance and movement is described in detail, both Allied and Axis, but trying to keep track in my mind drove me sometimes to distraction. With maps every chapter or so, this would definitely be a five star book. (I don't know if the original had them, but the pb doesn't)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Truth isn't always pleasant
I have read most of the biographies of WWII Generals and politicians, yet this one brought tears to my eyes when I saw evidence of a massive jealousy and ego on behalf of... Read more

Published 8 days ago by Billie D. Schumann

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent military history
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4.0 out of 5 stars Patton: Ordeal and Triumph
A very good book- You really get to know the man-

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