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The Victor Davis Hanson Show

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Patton's Strategic Brilliance in WWII

The chapter delves into the strategic decisions and actions taken by General Patton during World War II, emphasizing his audacious tactics, movements, and interactions with other Allied forces. It highlights Patton's pivotal role in the Normandy invasion, his surround-and-engage tactics against German divisions, and his quick deployment of troops to save the town of Bastogne. Despite facing challenges and criticism, Patton's strategic insight and swift actions ultimately led to significant successes in pivotal battles.

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