George S Patton Contribution

George S. Patton George S. Patton was an American who participated in the Olympics, the Pancho Villa Expedition, and in both World Wars. He was considered a hero by many people back then, and is still considered a hero by much of the population today. Although there were a few things that transpired that made him seem unheroic, he is still a major hero because of his contribution in history both as a citizen and as a soldier, and his sense of Self Sacrifice for the greater good. George S. Patton was born on November 11, 1885 to George S. Patton Sr. and Ruth Wilson in San Gabriel, California. His ancestry was mainly from the British Isles. Patton’s family had a very strong military heritage, with relatives having served in the American Revolution
He and his troops emerged victorious there, and moved on to participate in the Battle of Sicily. After Italy’s surrender, Patton’s 3rd Army went on to fight in the Battle of Normandy and in the sealing of the Falaise Gap. He and his men played a key role in the victory at the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944-1945, and then he went on fight the Germans on their soil during the invasion of Nazi Germany. His contribution helped lead to Victory in Europe. However, this victory was short lived. He died on December 21st of that same year from a car accident in Heidelberg,
He contributed in the Pancho Villa expedition under John J. Pershing. Although the expedition failed, he was credited with taking out three of Villa’s troops himself. Shortly after, he continued to serve under Pershing in World War I. He participated in many battles and made a large contribution to the war effort. However, what he is most known for is his leadership in World War II, leading American troops in Operations Torch, Husky, and Overlord. He also participated in the Battle of Normandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and the final invasion of Nazi Germany, which helped move along the complete collapse of the Third