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    Alexandria Clovis Mr. Thompson Contemporary Studies 3B 3 December 2016 Biography of George S. Patton While many look past all but a few things on the man George S. Patton, I decided to delve deeper into his life. Many choose to learn few things other than what they are taught in their history class. History is so very important to know, even if you choose not to like it. It will show mistakes people have made in the past and how we as a united nation worked to fix it. By learning more about just

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    This is where General George S. Patton comes in and stands center stage, ready to win a war and go down in American history as one of the greatest generals. Patton was born on the eleventh of November, 1885, in San Gabriel, Florida. As a child, he was regaled with tales of his forefathers, men who had fought in the Revolutionary, Mexican, and Civil wars. These stories inspired him to join the military and carry on their legacy; he attended the Virginia Military Institute

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    Pascal Porche Mrs. Clark English II-C 21 September 2016 General George Patton George S. Patton was a soldier who served in World War I and obtained the rank of general in World War II. During World War General George Patton’s forces played a key role in defeating the German counterattack in the Battle of the Bulge leading to the end of World War II in the west. George Patton was born in November 11,1885. His family originated in Virginia but moved to San Gabriel Before he was born. Patton’s Family

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    General George Smith Patton {Good} Old Blood and Guts The great General George Smith Patton said that “A good solution applied with vigor now is better than a perfect solution applied ten minutes later.” Patton was a great leader and an even better strategist; although, he was a ruthless man who had a love for war and death. While General George Patton’s childhood developed his strategic thinking and cunning leadership, his narcissistic self-promotion led us to victory in World War II. George Smith

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    violently executed right now is far better than a perfect plan executed next week,” George Smith Patton, Jr.(Google, Patton) General George Patton was born on November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California. As a young boy George wanted to become a war hero. He did this because he wanted to follow his family member/ancestors, because they fought in the Civil War and the American Revolution War.(Biography.com, Patton) His formal education did not really begin until he was 11 years old, but,over time

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    George S. Patton was a U.S. Army General, who was know for his grit and toughness. The kind of guy who was known for pouring his heart and soul into everything he did. He was a man of many—even self-contradictory—ways: He was a noted horseman and polo player, a well-known champion swordsman, and a competent sailor and sportsman … an amateur poet… a rough and tough soldier… a thoughtful and sentimental man. Unpredictable in his actions, yet always dependable… outgoing, yet introverted

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    General George S. Patton was one of the greatest military leaders that the United States of America ever produced. He failed his first year at West Point but eventually became a second ranking cadet at the most prestigious military academy. He could ride a horse, and he could drive an armored horse (tank). He can take a city that’s heavily guarded with just two divisions. He became an unrestrained person who can cover six countries across Europe in World War II (WWII) in a short time. Patton’s

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    General George S. Patton liked fame and winning, the advance towards Palermo, Sicily, was a race that Patton won for the U.S (Murray 63). Patton was born on November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California. Patton always wanted to be a soldier, so in 1905 he enrolled into the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and graduated in 1909. And in 1910 he married Beatrice Ayer who had been a childhood friend. As a strict general in World War II George Patton’s personality made him a better leader, respected

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    will focus on General Patton, George JR. (3RD Army Commander by JUL 1944) and how soldiers under his command advanced during this operation. First, I want to give a short biography about General Patton before getting into the details of Operation Cobra. George Patton was born in San Gabriel, California on November 11, 1885. He enrolled in Virginia Military Institute in 1904. A year later, he attended the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, graduating on June 11, 1909. Patton had his first real

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    George Smith Patton was born on November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California, the relative of a Confederate Common War veteran. Dyslexic as a kid, he was guided at home until the age of 12 instead of go to government funded school. In any case, Patton needed to be a warrior more than whatever else, and he endeavored to conquer his dyslexia. His endeavors were remunerated in 1903 when he picked up acknowledgement into the Virginia Military Foundation. After a year of study, Patton was admitted to

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