Fighting Pattons

Name: Fighting Pattons
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ISBN: 9780253009906

ISBN-10: 0253009901

ISBN-13: 9780253009906

Edition: 2013

Authors: Brian M. Sobel, Joanne Holbrook Patton, George S. Patton

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The father was a legendary hero whose fame had a profound influence over his son, who was determined to make a mark on his own terms. The Fighting Pattons is their story. The elder Patton gained renown during World War II as a fearless commander devoted to his men. A complex figure driven by his knowledge of history and warfare, he was a professional soldier who loved the art of war and hated war itself. The younger Patton also lived an eventful life; he participated in the Berlin Airlift, served in Korea, and proved his valor during three tours of duty in Vietnam. A wealth of previously unpublished information, plus interviews with family, friends, and figures such as Richard Nixon and…

Book details

List price: $21.99
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Publication date: 4/9/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 280
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 0.946
Language: English



Foreword



Foreword to the IU Press Edition



Preface


Acknowledgments


Introduction



Born of Distinction



The Early Years



The Long Grey Line



The World Afire



Death of a Hero



A Soldier Carries On



Land of the Morning Calm



Peaceful Intermission



Une Guerre Trï¿½s Difficile



A Return to War



Blackhorse



Laurels for the Soldier



A Soldier's General



Turbulent World



Hell on Wheels



Quiet Reflection


Selected Bibliography


Index