George S. Patton ... George Smith Patton Jr. (11 November 1885 – 21 December 1945) was a general in the United States Army who commanded the Seventh Army in the Mediterranean Theater of World …

Dec 19, 2025 · George Patton, U.S. Army officer who was an outstanding practitioner of mobile tank warfare in the European and Mediterranean theaters during World War II. His strict discipline, …

General George S. Patton, Jr., one of America’s greatest battlefield commanders, died on December 21, 1945 in an Army hospital in Heidelberg, Germany.

Apr 3, 2014 · General George Patton led the Third Army in a very successful sweep across France during World War II in 1944. He was skilled at tank warfare.

Nov 9, 2009 · Patton died in Germany in December 1945 of pulmonary edema and congestive heart failure following an automobile accident.

The museum details Patton’s military career and has a lot of his original memorabilia. The museum also has several other exhibits including one that discusses the origins of ROTC.

A chronology of key events in the life and career of General George S. Patton (1885-1945), army officer and author.

4 days ago · Patton believed wars are won by relentless attack—driven by speed, tanks, combined arms, and logistics. Bastogne proved his tempo, Lorraine exposed limits.

July 6 Patton secretly flew into Normandy, France, while the Germans still believed he would lead the main invading force at Pas de Calais. August 16 Patton was promoted to the permanent rank of …

Reviewers say 'Patton' is acclaimed for George C. Scott's compelling performance as General George S. Patton, highlighting his complexity. The film is lauded for its epic scope, Franklin J. Schaffner's …