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Summary Note

A re-creation of the life and career of this army general that uses liberal quotes from Patton and his family. An incisive study of General George Patton probes the sensitivity, emotionality, and insecurities that were concealed behind the public facade of a macho military man and that also produced one of the world's greatest generals.

General Note

Maps on lining papers.
Includes index.
Copy in Special Collections is signed by author.

Content Note

The ghosts -- The warrior mold -- The junior years -- The great war -- Between the wars -- The challenge of World War II -- War in the Mediterranean -- The war in Europe -- The last years -- Behind the legend.