General Patton: On the life and deeds of a controversial man

[Diomedes]

General Patton ("Old Blood and Guts") has been an important figure during WWII. He is known to be a brilliant strategist, strict character in all aspects of life and especially the military one. The man was rough and never hesitated to speak his mind. In fact, he was a key figure for the victory of the Allies. Yet, at some point in time he said that the real enemy was the Soviets and the dogma of communism.

Any thoughts?

 

[Angela]

General Patton ("Old Blood and Guts") has been an important figure during WWII. He is known to be a brilliant strategist, strict character in all aspects of life and especially the military one. The man was rough and never hesitated to speak his mind. In fact, he was a key figure for the victory of the Allies. Yet, at some point in time he said that the real enemy was the Soviets and the dogma of communism.

Any thoughts?

I believe he was right about communism. If his advice had been followed, Eastern Europe might have escaped Russian Communist domination.

On the other hand, I think he was a jerk. His behavior to shell-shocked, traumatized soldiers was appalling.