JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. — In a place steeped in military history, a new honor has been bestowed upon a legendary figure. Quarters 8 on Fort Myer, the residence of the vice chief of staff ...
Thought of the day: General George S. Patton Jr. was one of the most influential and outspoken military commanders of the United States Army during World War II, known for his emphasis on courage, ...
Patton was not an ideal commander. But his fighting spirit was second to none—and continues to inspire military leaders in the United States today. The year 1945 is, in many respects, the year that ...
General George S. Patton Jr was an incredible, influential general. However, the vehicles names after him… were not. 3 mediocre attempts at a capable medium tank in the 40s and 50s led to American ...
George S. Patton led his tanks into their first action during the Battle of Saint-Mihiel in September 1918. (Corbis/Getty Images) “The world is not supposed to know what the hell they did with me. I’m ...