George S. Patton

by Steven J. Zaloga and Trevor White

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1846034590
• ISBN13: 9781846034596
• Release Date: June 2010
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.3" x 9.7"