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Blurb: 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 first volume, covering the years 1885 to 1940, of General George S. Patton’s papers. The period prior to World War Two. The material includes private diaries, letters, speeches, reports, and orders. This provides own uncensored view of his remarkable life.