Blumenson, Martin

Patton's Photographs: War as He Saw it

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ISBN 13:
9781574888720
author:
Blumenson, Martin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Potomac Books Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2006
Pages:
172
Dimensions:
216mm X 280mm
Genre:
Battles & campaigns
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£17.87

Description

George S. Patton's photographs offer a unique perspective on World War II, providing a firsthand account of the battlefields and events of the war. This collection of photographs, taken by Patton himself during the war, offers a detailed and accurate depiction of the conflict, free from interpretation. Patton's photographs showcase the victorious face of war, with images of GIs on the move, military bridges under construction, and tanks slicing through the countryside. They also depict the defeat of the enemy, with smashed German tanks, prisoners of war, and bodies strewn across the landscape. The photographs provide a record of where Patton fought, showcasing historic sights and the different terrain from North Africa to Europe. For the first time, many of Patton's personal photographs are presented in one book, allowing readers to view history as Patton saw it. The book includes background information and captions for the photographs, and occasionally uses Patton's own words to describe the sights.

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