The Fighting Pattons

by Brian M. Sobel

Book Overview

This book presents a unique view of a military family, and, most importantly, displays the lives of a father and son: a father who would become an American hero and a son who excelled on his own terms, but who was profoundly influenced by a figure who had gained legendary status. The elder Patton gained widespread fame during World War II as a fearless commander and motivator of soldiers in war. He was brash, supremely self-confident, and greatly...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0275957144
• ISBN13: 9780275957148
• Release Date: February 1997
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.4" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

MG Pattons command at Ft Hood is very accurate. I was there

I served in the 2nd Armored Division during MG Patton's tenure. He was an inspiration to many of us. The stories are true and very accurate. I am sure there are a few more that are not in the book! BB