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  1. Was there an actual Roman battle fought as Patton described in the ...

    Jul 27, 2011 · As noted the scene is a reference to Patton's belief in reincarnation. Patton's father was a friend of Confederate general John Mosby whom Patton grew to idolize as a boy. This lead to Patton …

  2. Patton vs. Rommel: A Contrast - History Forum

    Apr 5, 2017 · It would be premature for me to opine that Patton was better than Rommel. Perhaps Rommel was a better general than Patton, but the Allies only prevailed due to having better …

  3. Patton vs. Montgomery | History Forum

    Dec 2, 2011 · Patton was simply a General, they dont compare in responsibility or duties despite the legends of the Patton/Montgomery face offs in sicily and Northern Europe.

  4. What if Patton lives beyond 1945? - History Forum

    Oct 19, 2014 · What if Patton isn't killed in 1945? What was in his future? Anything special? Politics? Korea? Starting World War 3? Business ventures?

  5. WI: Patton is made supreme allied commander Europe

    Nov 20, 2023 · Patton was too much of prima dona to be a team player. His pandering to the press inspired jealousy among the other generals. The British were still haunted by memories of The …

  6. WW2 non-proximity flak fuses? - History Forum

    May 5, 2015 · U.S. General George S. Patton said that the introduction of the proximity fuze required a full revision of the tactics of land warfare. [23] Click to expand...

  7. What's Your top 15 best Military generals of all time and why?

    Sep 14, 2024 · General's certainly play an important part in warfare but good leadership alone doesn't necessarily win wars. Other factors such as diplomacy in terms of obtaining allies and or military and …

  8. Out of top 10 generals listed for the British,US, Soviets and Germans ...

    Apr 13, 2025 · 1:George Patton - Known for his aggressive tactics and rapid armoured advances, played a crucial role in the liberation of France and Bastogne. 2: Omar Bradley - Often referred to as the …

  9. The Breakout from Normandy - August 1944 - History Forum

    General George Patton and his third army staff also moved from England to Normandy in late July. By mid July, the US offensive had pushed to the outskirts of the French town of St Lo.

  10. Was Cromwell Crazy? | History Forum - historum.com

    Click to expand... I think Patton was violent man who couldn't control his tongue and temper, but he wasn't insane neither. You're right, psychiatrists say that genuis and madness are similar mental …