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George Smith Patton Jr. (November 11, 1885 – December 21, 1945) was a general in the United States Army who commanded the Seventh Army in the Mediterranean Theater of World War II, and the Third Army in France and Germany after the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944.
Apr 2, 1970 · A film about the World War II career of George S. Patton, a tank commander known for his temper and ambition. The film won seven Oscars and features George C. Scott, Karl Malden, and Stephen Young in the main roles.
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- Biography, Drama, War
- Franklin J. Schaffner
- 1970-04-02
Aug 26, 2020 · General George S. Patton was a larger than life character as well as one of the finest field commanders during World War 2. George C. Scott's portrayal of this complex man is extraordinary in a film as much about war as it about men whose responsibility is to lead other men into harm's way.
Patton is a 1970 American epic biographical war film about U.S. General George S. Patton during World War II.
Jun 5, 2024 · George Patton (born November 11, 1885, San Gabriel, California, U.S.—died December 21, 1945, Heidelberg, Germany) was a U.S. Army officer who was an outstanding practitioner of mobile tank warfare in the European and Mediterranean theatres during World War II.
Learn how the legendary general died in a car accident in 1945 and was buried in Luxembourg with his Third Army soldiers. Explore the photos and details of his funeral procession and ceremony.
Nov 9, 2009 · Learn about the life and career of George S. Patton, a legendary U.S. general who led the 7th and 3rd Armies in World War II. Find out how he fought in Mexico, France and Germany, and died in a car accident in 1945.
