George S. Patton

George Smith Patton, Jr. (also George Smith Patton III) (November 11, 1885 – December 21, 1945) was a United States Army officer most famous for his leadership commanding corps and armies as a general in World War II. He was also widely known for his controversial outspokenness and strong opinions. Commissioned in the army in 1909, Patton participated in the unsuccessful attempt to capture Pancho Villa in 1916-17. In World War I, he was the first... more

Date of birth:

  • Nov 11, 1885

Date of death:

  • Dec 21, 1945 (age 60 years)

Also known as:

  • General George S. Patton Jr., United States Army,
  • George Patton
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