Editorial: To the victors, a few cautionary words (34) May 21, 2008
And a far more battle-tested World War II hero, Gen. George S. Patton, noted, All victory is fleeting. There s really nothing quite as reassuring as a victor who promises to be a winner for the long haul; one who clearly can handle the thrill of victory with dignity, presence and with an olive branch extended to the vanquished. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bethel native recalls WWII military experiences May 17, 2008
During this week's interview, Mrs. Garrett vividly recalled an encounter she and her assistants had with George S. Patton, a famous general who led the U.S. armed forces during World War II. His son-in-law, who was also in the military, had been injured during the war, and his room was located next to the kitchen where Mrs. Garrett and her assistants worked. During a trip to Washington, D.C., Gen. Patton stopped at the hospital to visit his son-in-law. (Bethel Beacon, CT)
In Indiana, Obama turns focus on Midwestern roots May 5, 2008
In is the one who enlisted in the Army after Pearl Harbor and served under General George S. Patton in Europe. (He married the woman Obama described last month as a "typical white person."). (Boston Globe)
World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions to perform in area Apr 12, 2008
Made famous by the Walt Disney movie, The Miracle of the White Stallions, this rare and unique breed of horse was saved from certain extinction by General George S. Patton at the end of World War II. It s history dates back 425 years, to a time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty. They became almost exclusively the property of nobility and the military aristocracy and were trained for battle. (Charles City Press, IO)
Strategic Command 2: Patton Drives East Release Date, Pre-Orders, Documentation Apr 12, 2008
SECTIONS CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. The second expansion for Strategic Command 2 is due in May. (IGN PC Games)
Oscar Winners from the Early 1970s Mar 28, 2008
Instead it is a character study of the flamboyant and controversial General George S. Patton, whose talents, flaws, and eccentricities both amazed and befuddled his superior officers and the Germans. George C. Scott, somewhat of an eccentric himself, won the best actor Oscar for his portrayal of the title character, an award that he refused to accept. (Suite101.com)
What's ahead Mar 28, 2008
As the title suggests, the movie traces the career of World War II general George S. Patton. Uncle Buck (1989) will play on Saturday. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
View of Patton Mar 24, 2008
JEFF JACOBY claims that General George S. Patton would never have walked away from the Iraq war ("," Op-ed, March 16). As a retired Army non-commissioned officer, I feel the need to point out a few things that the general would not have missed. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Patton and the 2008 vote Mar 16, 2008
ON THE eve of the Normandy invasion in 1944, General George S. Patton, addressing the men of the US Third Army, delivered a speech that would become legendary long before George C. Scott reenacted it on a Hollywood soundstage. "Americans love a winner," Patton growled, "and will not tolerate a loser. Americans despise cowards. Americans play to win - all the time. I wouldn't give a hoot in hell for a man who lost and laughed. . . . The very thought of losing is hateful to an American.". (Boston Globe)
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A view of Charles Anderson’s experience while held prisoner of war by the German military Mar 1, 2008
And, shortly after arrival, she said General George S. Patton led the charge to liberate the camp and the prisoners. "That was a wonderful day, of course," she said. (Mexico Ledger, MO)
Kicking Complacency Squarely In The... Feb 22, 2008
One such type of person Gen. George S. Patton, Jr.. Today, we need the personification of both of these historic figures in one man a Coach Winston Patton, if you will. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SC2 Patton Drives East Announced Feb 21, 2008
1944 Shattered Alliance - Germany surrenders to the Western Allies following the debacle of the Battle of the Bulge and together, under the leadership of General George S. Patton, they turn their focus on the USSR in order to wipe Communism from the face of Europe forever. 1945 Patton Drives East - Following the surrender of Germany, Patton is given the green light to lead the Western Alliance in an attack on the USSR and push the Communists back across the Oder and all the way to the gates of... (IGN PC Games)
Fort Benning breaks ground on next home of Armor Feb 14, 2008
The News-Enterprise - News. What type of Valentine's Day gift did you receive. (Elizabethtown News Enterprise, KY)
Third-graders get help with SOLs on post Feb 12, 2008
The museum features General George S. Patton s jeep among many other vehicles. F.M. Wiggins may be reached at 732-3456, ext. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Decades later, medals still evoke memories of battle Feb 7, 2008
the voyage to Scotland aboard the Queen Mary, his battalion s arrival in LeHarve, France, and later Germany where he trekked as far as 28 miles in one day to keep up with General George S. Patton s armored divisions. The race across Germany was to capture as much land as possible before the Germans or Russians could. (Pearland Journal, TX)
Juries selected for Baker, Patton trials; delayed for Scott Feb 5, 2008
Juries were chosen yesterday in the cases of former Penn State football player Chris Baker, who is facing fight-related charges from an April incident, and George S. Patton, who is facing nine charges of armed robbery. "The fact that Mr. Baker is a member of the football team really has nothing to do with this case," Centre County Assistant District Attorney Steve Sloane said to prospective jurors. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Art Reed of Sandy Springs, 82, photo master Jan 23, 2008
During World War II when he was serving in the Army Corps of Engineers, Mr. Reed followed Gen. George S. Patton through Europe building bridges, rebuilding infrastructure and photographing the entire experience, said his grandson, Michael Deininger of Tampa. Kodak transferred Mr. Reed to Atlanta twice, first in 1954 and again in 1974. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The National World War II Museum to Host Film Conference Examining How a Powerful Medium Shaped Memories Jan 23, 2008
Reality meets perception on a panel featuring Carlo D'Este, author of Patton: A Genius for War and Benjamin Patton, grandson of General George S. Patton. Presenter James McBride, whose work Miracle at St. Anna is now being made into a film by Spike Lee, will examine the African-American perspective of the war. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lipizzans bring timeless grace to Tupelo arena Jan 21, 2008
The generalHell probably also share the story of how Gen. George S. Patton took a personal interest in the horses after World War II. Patton has been credited with saving the Lippizans from possible extinction. Over the years, we have had several relatives of George Patton at our shows, Tinker said. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Brother, sister charged Jan 15, 2008
Centre County President Judge David E. Grine granted a motion to consolidate the charges against George S. Patton and his sister, Caroll D. Patton, both of Patton Township, on Thursday. "We believe the court made the right decision," Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Troop surge misrepresented Jan 14, 2008
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Sheriff Kevin Beary: I'm leaving office on my terms Jan 13, 2008
Asked about NDPCI on Friday, Beary cited the "lead, follow or get out of the way" leadership style of his personal hero, Gen. George S. Patton, for why he is comfortable with what was done. After the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, "We didn't wait around for the gurus to do something," Beary said. (Orlando Sentinel)
Two Winthrop honorees Jan 10, 2008
Previous American winners include generals George S. Patton and Dwight Eisenhower. These are significant and well deserved honors for both Friedman and Herring. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Army Jeep brings back memories for soldier Jan 4, 2008
Mann, now 87, joined the Army in January 1943 and was 24 years old when he served in the 447th Quartermaster s Trucking Battalion, attached to Gen. George S. Patton s Third Army during its drive through France and Belgium in 1944. On Dec. 16, 1944, the German Army launched its final major offensive of the war, officially known as the Battle of the Ardennes, but to Mann and the others caught up in it, it will always be the Battle of the Bulge. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Those who died in '07 paint tapestry of Valley roots Dec 31, 2007
Herb "Speedy" Newman, 86, a Fresno labor contractor, died of leukemia in February, but it was time to remember the former ice cream salesman's face-to-face with the intimidating Gen. George S. Patton during desert training for World War II. When the gruff general asked Mr. Newman what company he was with, Mr. Newman replied, "I'm with an ice cream company."Gerti Schult Ramirez, 93, of Madera died in March, and told people she felt as if she had lived consecutive lives. She survived Nazi, then... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Click for Full Story Dec 21, 2007
In 1945, General George S. Patton died in Heidelberg, Germany, of injuries from a car accident. In 1948, the state of Eire, or Ireland (formerly the Irish Free State), passed an act declaring itself a republic. (KWTX.com, TX)
Veteran remembers Battle of the Bulge Dec 16, 2007
But the veteran of Gen. George S. Patton s Third Army will never forget the snowbound trek in which he and thousands of comrades pushed 90 miles north to fortify troops devastated by the attack. For two days the men walked through ice and snow, alongside the relative few who managed to catch a toe-hold on one of the tanks or jeeps in the column. (Montana Standard, MT)
Mary Ringgenberg does not stand alone Dec 15, 2007
" maRk wrote on Dec 12, 2007 6:09 AM:" "Americans love to fight. All real Americans love the sting of battle." "Americans play to win at all times. I wouldn't give a hoot and hell for a man who lost and laughed." "Better to fight for something than live for nothing." "Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack." - George S. Patton " My Question to you wrote on Dec 12, 2007 5:59 AM:" Sir, how many sons/daughters do you have serving in Iraq and/or any other... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The true spirit of giving Dec 10, 2007
She's been there from the beginning and possesses the logistical genius of George S. Patton, coordinating the dispatch and simultaneous arrival of 105 buses carrying the kids and their parents. And, not for nothin', Nancy McDonald lives in the beautiful town of Hingham. (Boston Globe)
Smells Like Team Spirit Dec 5, 2007
As George S. Patton observed, Americans love a winner. High-school football also displays some modern virtues, such as a reasonably good relationship between whites and blacks, based on the common goal of victory and an informal division of labor. (The American Conservative)
So much to be thankful for Nov 21, 2007
I was reading a book about World War II the other day and came across a reference to Gen. George S. Patton. The hard-charging, ambitious Patton had been chastised and demoted for slapping a shell-shocked soldier at a hospital in the Mediterranean theater. (Carmi Times, IL)
Oak Point veteran remembers serving with Gen. Patton in WWII Nov 14, 2007
Most Americans are familiar with General George S. Patton, but Oak Point resident Bob Presser knew him well, as he served in the Third Army under the famous military leader in World War II.. The 82-year-old is one of the few remaining veterans who served with Patton, who died in 1945 after an automobile accident in Germany at the age of 60. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The bloody road to Rome Nov 12, 2007
Atkinson is evenhanded in his marvelous, three-dimensional portraits of these figures: legendary British general Bernard Montgomery, showboating teetotaler and hero of El Alamein; the canny Eisenhower, who deftly held this unruly coalition together; George S. Patton, whose almost psychotic zeal for combat nearly undid him; and the controversial Mark Clark, the lanky, Anglophobic commander of the US Fifth Army. At nearly every turn, Allied troops met ferocious resistance from a battle-tested... (Boston Globe)
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Gen. George S. Patton about the soldier of all the ages Through the travail of the ages, Midst the pomp and toil of war, Have I fought and strove and perished, Countless times upon this star, So as through a glass, and darkly, The age long strife I see, Where I fought in many guises, Many names, but always me. Bolger said though there will always be wars, the soldiers will always be there. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Fort Polk breaks ground on new monument, honors veterans Nov 9, 2007
Bolger spoke of one of America s most recognized veterans and leading World War II general, George S. Patton Jr.. The veterans who rolled with Patton are passing now, to join their general in glory. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Police: Stolen Hitler Documents Recovered In Utah Oct 22, 2007
They reportedly belonged to his father, a World War II veteran who served under Gen. George S. Patton. "When his father was deceased, they came across these items in his father's collection. They didn't know they existed until his father died," VanWagoner said. (NBC4.tv, CA)
October 1-15, 2007, Obituaries Oct 14, 2007
He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, serving in Normandy under Gen. George S. Patton. Even though he had no biological children, he loved all children, especially his many nieces and nephews. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Book Review: The Day of Battle Oct 1, 2007
His cast of characters is a film director's dream, with figures like Audie Murphy, Ernie Pyle, General George S. Patton and General Bernard Law Montgomery in the thick of the action. He excels at describing the furor of battle, and the Italian campaign provides him with abundant raw material. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Master of silent poetry dies at 84 Sep 24, 2007
Because he spoke English, he was recruited to be a liaison officer with Gen. George S. Patton s army. His father was sent to the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1944. (Crystal River Citrus County Chronicle, FL)
Gen. Patton ID reported stolen from home Aug 31, 2007
But several days ago the 45-year-old woman realized that someone had come into her home and stolen the military identification card the War Department issued to Gen. George S. Patton Jr. in 1941. Racine police said the woman reported the theft earlier this week. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
News in Brief Aug 30, 2007
George S. Patton, 32, of 147 Azalea Drive, stole ATM cards from his fiance, her mother and her mother's live-in boyfriend, using them to withdraw funds and make purchases totaling $2,494, police said. Patton faces additional charges in connection to a string of 10 armed robberies and two attempted that occurred in late July through mid-August, including robbery, criminal conspiracy, theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property, according to court documents. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Sister testifies she drove her brother to Pa. robbery locations Aug 23, 2007
George S. Patton, 32, of Patton Township, will stand trial on charges including robbery, theft, criminal conspiracy and simple assault in the heists at convenience stores, pizza shops and other businesses, District Judge Carmine Prestia ruled Wednesday. Eleven employees from the businesses in Centre, Huntingdon, Clinton and Blair counties testified that a man dressed in black holding a handgun robbed or attempted to rob their establishments, making off with a total of about $3,600, but were... (NEPA News, PA)
Police: Man held in robberies had plastic weapon Aug 18, 2007
George S. Patton, 32, of Patton Township, and his sister, Caroll D. Patton, 35, were arrested Aug. 9 after detectives said they were observing the Pattons' car during a convenience store holdup in Ferguson Township. Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira said whether George Patton was carrying a real handgun or the plastic replica, he still will face a five-year minimum sentence for each robbery if convicted. (NEPA News, PA)
Siblings face more charges Aug 15, 2007
Of the two attempted robberies and 10 robberies to strike the area in recent weeks, George S. Patton now faces charges for all but one robbery after being charged with eight more yesterday. His sister, Caroll D. Patton, faces additional charges in connection with four of the robberies and the two attempted robberies. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Brother and sister investigated in rash of central Pa. robberies Aug 11, 2007
The male passenger fled, and Patton's brother, George S. Patton, was apprehended later as he arrived at a mobile home where the two lived. Caroll Patton acknowledged driving the car for her brother in that robbery and two previous ones, July 27 at a pizza parlor and July 29 at another convenience store. (NEPA News, PA)
Love of theater paves visit by German teens Aug 9, 2007
She is the granddaughter of an American hero of World War II, the late General George S. Patton Jr.. Her mother, Joanne, owns Green Meadows Farm in South Hamilton; her father, George S. Patton IV, who was also a general, died in 2004. (Boston Globe -- Local)
In an old French river port, a replica of the frigate Hermione comes together Aug 5, 2007
Benedict Donnelly, a public relations executive and recreational sailor whose American father had been a liaison officer for General George S. Patton during D-day, was named president of the organization they created: the Association Hermione La Fayette. One challenge to the builders was that the French had no blueprints of the boat. (Boston Globe)
Frank Rosenfelt, 85; led MGM in '70s and '80s, then United Artists Aug 4, 2007
He served in the Army under Gen. George S. Patton during World War II, fighting in the Battle of the Bulge and earning a Purple Heart. After graduating from Cornell University Law School, Rosenfelt joined the RKO studio in 1950 as a lawyer before moving on to MGM.. (Los Angeles Times)
Today in History July 22 Jul 22, 2007
In 1943, American forces led by Gen. George S. Patton captured Palermo, Sicily. In 1946, Jewish extremists blew up a wing of the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, killing 90 people. (MSNBC -- Race)
Long-shot champ? Jul 11, 2007
Simon joked afterward, referring to the World War II movie Patton, when U.S. Gen. George S. Patton believes he has defeated Erwin Rommel in North Africa using the German field marshals tactics against him. He yells out, You son of a b----, I read your book. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bill Barber, 87, pioneer in melding of tuba, jazz Jul 1, 2007
When speaking of his experiences in General George S. Patton Jr.'s Seventh Army band in Europe, he liked saying, "I never killed anyone with my tuba.". After the war, he performed with the Kansas City Philharmonic Orchestra and other symphonic groups. (Boston Globe)
Final farewells for First Team troopers Jun 28, 2007
The celebrated George S. Patton once said, It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died, Phelps quoted. Rather we should thank God that such men lived. (KWTX.com, TX)
Guard against abuse Jun 18, 2007
Gen. George S. Patton is a good example of this statement. He slapped a soldier who he thought was a malingerer during World War II and subsequently Gen. Patton had to publicly apologize to his troops. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
D-Day and Operation Fortitude Jun 14, 2007
It was placed under the command of the only general the Germans believed would lead the Allied invasion, American General George S. Patton. Using phony tanks and weapons made of cardboard, with scripted radio messages about build up, the Allied plan fooled the German intelligence. (Suite101.com)
Cycling event sans Armstrong, Landis Jun 11, 2007
George S. Patton: Always on the attack. Similar to Stonewall Jackson in his aggressiveness and tenacity. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
VICTOR DAVIS HANSON: The other D-Day Jun 9, 2007
The most brilliant armored commander in U.S. history, George S. Patton, had been sacked from theater command for slapping an ill soldier the prior year in Sicily. Gens. (Washington Times)
Nunez is Veteran of the Month Jun 8, 2007
The 62nd Motorized Artillery had been formed as part of the 3rd Army under George S. Patton. Now a Staff Sergeant, there were no more horses for Nunez. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Fire the incompetents, find the Pattons Jun 8, 2007
Some who are perfectly adequate peacetime soldiers fail the audit of conflict and have to be shunted aside (as happened to hundreds of generals in the Civil War and World War II), while others who were malcontents in peacetime (think of Ulysses S. Grant or George S. Patton) excel on the battlefield and rocket to the top. That winnowing-out process, which has been a hallmark of all of our previous major conflicts (at least the ones we won), has not occurred since 9/11. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
The Other D-Day Jun 7, 2007
The most brilliant armored commander in U.S. history, George S. Patton, had been sacked from theater command for slapping an ill soldier the prior year in Sicily ... The most brilliant armored commander in U.S. history, George S. Patton, had been sacked from theater command for slapping an ill soldier the prior year in Sicily. (Townhall.com)
WWII vet reunited with KU Med field unit Jun 5, 2007
McConchie said the unit primarily followed the army of Gen. George S. Patton, Jr., one of the most successful generals in World War II.. I was the last one to join in the unit because I was the last one to join as an intern, he said. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Service and sacrifice of 5 brothers May 28, 2007
His whole service was under the command of Gen. George S. Patton. He was wounded and contracted hepatitis, which took him out of combat. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More of this story May 26, 2007
He formerly operated Onawa, a 12-meter sailboat built in 1928, and currently is employed as captain of When and If, a 63-foot Alden schooner commissioned by Gen. George S. Patton in 1939. The vintage sailboat cruises the Eastern seacoast from Maryland to Maine during late spring, summer and early fall. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Obituaries for Friday, May 4, 2007 May 5, 2007
During World War II, he served as commander of a weapons repair unit that supported General George S. Patton s drive through France and into Germany. After the war, Mr. McCurley replaced his father as a senior manager of Crosby Lumber and Manufacturing Company in Crosby. (Enterprise-Journal)
The Queen is coming! May 2, 2007
After fighting in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, Perkinson was chosen out of 22nd Tank Battalion in Gen. George S. Patton Jr. s 3rd Army, 11th Armored Division, to be a guest of the family. Perkinson served as staff sergeant at the time. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
