While Patton remains an iconic figure 70 years after his death, few fully appreciate him as a strategic thinker. Indeed, his flamboyant personality often obscures the fact that he was a lifelong student of the military art and a true strategic visionary. This short volume introduces readers to a more complete and nuanced Patton. By tracing his intellectual development and connecting these views to the issues of the present day, this book offers a bold a fresh view on the famous general. While Patton was one of America's greatest warriors, he was also a bold and visionary thinker. This book provides writings from Patton that will inform a new generation of students, military professionals, and policy makers alike about enduring debates in strategic thought. The need for this type of deep thinking is critically important today as America makes key choices regarding grand strategy and its role in world affairs..

Introduction: A warrior's honeymoon(s) -- An early view of a military mind -- The warrior mindset -- Technology and war -- Patterns of success -- Anticipating the next war -- Refining the concept of mechanized war -- Training the force -- Conclusion: An intimate glimpse into the Patton mind.