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One year after the United States of America officially entered World War Two, George S. Patton became General George S. Patton after Dwight Eisenhower observed his skills. He was given command of the Western Task Force. Succeeding by a landslide there, he was then given control of a larger army, the Seventh Army. Patton of course, was successful in directing this group, but he had to be switched over to command the Third Army, on the front lines. This is where his book of memoirs, “War As I Knew It”, truly begins, featuring memoirs from Sicily, the Battle of the Bulge, and many other military

General Patton’s lineage can be traced as far back as “Edward I, king of England, and his wife Margaret, daughter of Philip III of France” which became a family prideful sentiment (Blumenson 24). George Smith Patton, General Patton’s grandfather, “was a colonel in command of the 22d Virginia Infantry” for the South during the Civil War where he sustained a fatal wound “at the third battle of Winchester,

The famous General George S. Patton attests, “If everyone is thinking alike, then somebody isn’t thinking.” General Patton led the U.S. in an invasion of Sicily and through France in 1944. Later, Patton played a major role in leading and defeating Germany in World War II through Germany’s surrender (“George S. Patton”). Perhaps most importantly, Patton was a great motivator and great leader of his troops. His ability to think for himself encouraged his soldiers to face and defeat the world’s enemy. If the General had not thought on his own and for himself, our country may not be where we are today.

George Patton was born on November 11, 1885 and grew up in San Gabriel, California. As a young kid, George Patton always wanted to be a hero. Fighting in wars was in his blood and “he always was known for carrying pistols with ivory handles.”(General George Patton Biography). Parts of George Patton’s family had fought in the Civil War,

George Smith Patton always had a lifelong interest in the military and war. Patton was born on the 11th of November 1885 in San Gabriel, California. Patton was a dyslexic young man so school was hard for him (river editor, 42). He had low self esteem and he cried often (river editor,42). Patton’s parents had a lot of military experience, and he wanted to follow in their footsteps. Because of his dyslexia,

George Patton Jr. was born on November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California to parents Ruth WIlson Patton and George Patton Sr. He only had one sibling, Anne Wilson Patton, who was two years younger than him.A fiery and energetic boy, he was always fascinated by stories of his ancestors in early America’s wars, and set his sights on furthering that military legacy. After completing basic school in 1903, he attended the Virginia Military Academy for a year, until transferring to West Point in 1905. He was a lackluster student, but whatever he didn’t have in the

General George Smith Patton for many Americans is the unrivaled symbol of the American army during World War II. His passion for warfare and his uncanny ability to lead men allowed him to grasp any situation on a battlefield. General Patton gained a reputation both stateside and in Europe for his hardnosed and unyielding tactics. In 1970, a film in Hollywood showed a glimpse of what George S. Patton was like in real life. In this article, we shall discuss how General Patton was portrayed in this film against real life accounts.

When people think about Dwight D. Eisenhower, they immediately point to his command over the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), give him accolades for winning the war in Germany, and place special emphasis on his contributions to Operation Overlord. However most individuals never think beyond this point. How was a Colonel with no combat experience promoted to General and tasked to lead over the other notable combat commanders in Europe? This essay will explain why General Eisenhower was a visionary and ethical leader whose attributes fused the Allies into one integrated unit that enhanced their combat effectiveness in the European Theater of Operations. It will put his visionary leadership on display by discussing how Eisenhower believed diversity is a military necessity when he incorporating Generals from multiple allied nations into his senior staff. Then explain how he set an example for all subordinates to follow through idealized influence. Next, it will discuss how Eisenhower displayed healthy skepticism and avoided the ethical trap of loyalty syndrome by aggregating and investigating information during the Battle of the Bulge and removing resources from a field commander who failed to maneuver before the enemy. Additionally, personal relevance will be incorporated as I discus how I used the visionary leadership characteristics of diversity is a military necessity and idealized influence to effectively select personnel for our

General Norman Schwarzkopf had a long lasting career in the United States Army as a follower and a leader. Schwarzkopf’s Army career began with experiencing the Vietnam War, Cold War and eventually commanding the US Central Command (CENTCOM) during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. His ability as a follower and leader influenced multiple layers of personnel in executing military operations, and fostering affiliations amongst the military leadership in the fog of war. This paper will focus on followership and leadership of General Schwarzkopf successful Army career particular that of Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield.

Often times when people talk about General Douglas MacArthur, they tend to think of a great military leader of the World War Two (WWII) or the Korean War. General MacArthur once said, “A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the equality of his actions and the integrity of his intent.” General Douglas MacArthur, also known as Mac, was a Visionary Leader that not only shaped the outcome of the Korean War but Japan as well. However, he was not the most Ethical Leader to serve in the United States Military, which led to him being relieved of duty by President Truman in 1951. In this paper we will review not just how he was a visionary but at times unethical and how I relate those leadership traits to my own.

The Second World War lasted from 1939 to 1945, which involved most of the world 's nations, organized into two opposing military alliances: The Allies and the Axis. It is considered the most extensive war, with more than 100 million armed forces assembled. The Allied forces placed their entire economic, industrial, and scientific capabilities at the service of the war effort, destroying the difference between civilian and military resources. It was the deadliest conflict in human history (Reference), which resulted in over 70 million fatalities caused by military action against civilians, the Holocaust and the use of nuclear weapons in warfare. This essay concerns itself with why and how the allies won the Second World War. Joachim von

Allowing people to solve problems and perform certain tasks on their own merely with guidance is key to being an effective leader. George S. Patton-- one of the most highly regarded generals in World War II-- stated, “Don’t tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results.” Patton did not constantly give his soldiers specific orders, but instead provided them with a plan and allowed them figure out how to approach the situation. This is a superb leadership tactic because it allows people to learn on their own and develop a greater understanding of the situation. Patton’s collaborative leadership strategy also benefited his relationship with his

George Patton was born on November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California to George Smith Patton and Ruth Wilson. His mother was a wealthy businessperson who made her wealth in the winery business. His father was a district attorney of Los Angeles, California. He grew up in a ranch amid wealth and power. His family had a long history in the military. His paternal ancestors fought in the Revolutionary War general and his grandfather was a colonel for the Confederates. One was killed at Cedar Creek. His maternal grandfather was mayor of Los Angeles. George Patton loved to hunt, fish, and ride as a child. He did not go to school until he was twelve years old; however, he was tutored at home. He was enrolled at a private school, Pasadena’s elite Classic School for Boys because he had dyslexia. He loved to tell military adventure stories and as a

Born on November 11th,1885 General Patton was an outspoken American leader who was in charge of U.S troops in World War 2. World War 2 began when Germany invaded Poland on September 2nd,1939. Initially, the United States were going to stay out of the conflict until, December 7th, 1941 when Japan bombed the Pearl Harbor destroying their naval bases and anticipating their participation in the war. During this time, General Patton was assigned commander of World War 2. To his men, he was considered fearless because Patton never backed down from battle. Often called “Old blood and Guts”, his strict discipline and structure is what made him a respectable man in military history. Patton uses the elements of Patriotism, Profanity, realism , and unity in his speech to his third army to build a strong relationship with his country and his men during World War 2.

George S. Patton was one of the most famous American Army leaders of his time. Many people who served under Patton have different opinions about him. Some say that he was the best leader they had ever met while others despised him. There are curiously enough, very few opinions of the great General that fall in between the two extremes.