His father was lawyer and his mother was a homemaker from a wealthy California land owning family. Because of hard times George's father foresake a military career like all of his family members. He hoped his son Georgie would continue the tradition, which he did. It should be noted that Gen. Pattons son also chose a military career and gained the rank of General.
BEATRICE AYER (Jan 12 1886- Sept 30, 1953). Married George S. Patton Junior on May 26, 1910 remained married till the General's death on December 21, 1945.
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His son, also named George S. Patton commanded the 11ACR (Armored Cavalry Regiment) Blackhorse in Vietnam in 1968. He just passed away this century.
George S. Patton held the title of General in the United States Army. He was a prominent military leader during World War II, known for his command of the U.S. Third Army in the European Theater. Patton's aggressive tactics and leadership style made him one of the most famous and controversial figures of the war.
George S. Patton's wife, Beatrice Ayer Patton, died of cancer on March 31, 1953. She had been battling the disease for some time before her passing. After her husband's death in 1945, she continued to honor his legacy and worked on his memoirs. Her death came as a significant loss to their family and those who admired General Patton.
BEATRICE AYER (Jan 12 1886- Sept 30, 1953). Married George S. Patton Junior on May 26, 1910 remained married till the General's death on December 21, 1945.
General George S. Patton had a sister named Nita. He had no other siblings. He did have 3 kids of his own, one of whom was named after him and became a soldier too.
horse riding ; hunting ; smoking cigars ; military history
His son, also named George S. Patton commanded the 11ACR (Armored Cavalry Regiment) Blackhorse in Vietnam in 1968. He just passed away this century.
George S. Patton held the title of General in the United States Army. He was a prominent military leader during World War II, known for his command of the U.S. Third Army in the European Theater. Patton's aggressive tactics and leadership style made him one of the most famous and controversial figures of the war.
George Smith Patton was born in San Gabriel Township, California (in what is now the city of San Marino), to George Smith Patton, Sr. (1856 – 1927) and Ruth Wilson (1861 – 1928). Source: Wikipedia
The village Foy is located in Belgium, near the town of Bastogne. The town is famous for its occupation by George S Pattons Third army during World War II.
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