num_pages: 944
description: One of World War II's most brilliant and controversial generals, George S. Patton (1885-1945) fought in North Africa and Sicily, as commander of the Third Army, spearheaded the Allies' spectacular 1944-1945 sweep through France, Belgium, and Germany. Martin Blumenson is the only historian to enjoy unlimited access to the vast Patton papers.This is the second volume, covering the war years 1940 to 1945, of General George S. Patton’s papers. The material includes private diaries, letters, speeches, reports, and orders. This provides own uncensored view of his remarkable life.
language: English
title: The Patton Papers: 1940-1945
titlecomplete: The Patton Papers: 1940-1945
characters: George S. Patton
genres: American History, Politics, Nonfiction, World War II, History, Military History, Biography
ratings_count: 189
series: The Patton Papers
publisher: Da Capo Press