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George S. Patton sets the tone of his leadership style early in the movie when he first addresses the troops. ... Patton’s battle hardened soldiers understood and shrewdly sanctioned his actions. They were fully aware of wars demands, and knew that if anyone could lead them to victory, it was Patton. ...
Patton wanted to lead. ...
Being the prominent champion of combat effectiveness, particularly with respect to the employment of armoured forces, Patton elevated the Blitzkrieg concept to a state of scientific precision.
Patton exerted his full energies toward the pursuit of excellence. ... This is what Patton did so well. ...
At one point Patton said “we’ll turn these boys into fanatics, razors. ...
In the Spring of 1943, after the American defeat at Kasserine Pass in Tunisia, Patton was given command of the II corps. ...
As much as Patton demanded respect and alligiance from his troops, he did what he felt was right, despite contrary orders from above.
During the Tunisian battle, Patton’s attempts to help plan for the invasion of Sicily were turned down by Eisenhower and obstructed by British General Montgomery, who tried to take complete control of the entire operation.
As commanding General of the II Corps, Patton and his soldiers stole the glory that General Montgomery so badly wanted. Hampered by higher echelon, sparse supplies, and forced to use secondary roads, Patton and his II Corps still managed to reach Messina first. Montgomery was surprised and embarrassed to march into the town and find Patton and his men sitting there, waiting for him. ... Patton spent vast amounts of time and energy to learn the intricacies of a military leader through literature of warfare and history.
Approximate Word count = 1365
Approximate Pages = 5.5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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