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Old 01-08-2012, 10:16 AM
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Patton's biggest problem was his tendency to outrun his supply lines.
Also in speaking his mind to those above in command!



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Old 01-08-2012, 11:50 AM
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Patton's biggest problem was his tendency to outrun his supply lines.
He was a resource hog.

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Old 01-08-2012, 12:09 PM
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Speaking of outrunning things and American generals, how about old Dugout Doug?
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Old 01-08-2012, 08:28 PM
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I need to find the un-edited famous Patton speach, it's probably Ok to post it here. According to my Dad who was there (10th AD Tigers) it was an eye opener, for sure! Overmodulating, that gave me a chuckle, Chas.
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Old 01-10-2012, 09:29 AM
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He sure knew how to handle pussies.

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