George S. Patton, the General who does not believe in nerve difficulties, had some himself (TIME, Nov.29). For slapping a hospitalized soldier, Pearson disclosed that the General had been ...

George S. Patton Jr. Audacious and profane, General George S. Patton Jr. was one of the ablest and most controversial U.S. commanders in World War II. The San Gabriel, California native was fond ...