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General George Patton takes over in North Africa....
General George Patton takes over in North Africa....
Item # 719987
March 19, 1943
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, EXTRA, March 19, 1943
* General George S. Patton promoted
* Takes control in North Africa campaign
* World War II - WWII
The top of page 3 has a five column heading: "'Old Blood and Guts': Patton Takes Over in Tunisia" with two photos. (see images)
Complete with 26 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, generally in good condition.
AI notes: In March of 1943, General George S. Patton took command of the U.S. II Corps in North Africa during the final phase of the Tunisian Campaign, following earlier setbacks against Axis forces. Patton quickly implemented strict discipline, intensive training, and aggressive tactics to restore the morale and effectiveness of his troops, who had been demoralized by previous defeats. Under his leadership, II Corps launched coordinated offensives against German and Italian positions, employing rapid maneuvers and relentless pressure that helped encircle and wear down the enemy. Patton’s decisive actions contributed significantly to the eventual surrender of over 230,000 Axis soldiers in May 1943, marking the end of organized Axis resistance in North Africa. His command there cemented his reputation as a bold and dynamic leader, setting the stage for his later campaigns in Sicily and Europe.
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