Quote by: George S. Patton

Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best; it removes all that is base. All men are afraid in battle. The coward is the one who lets his fear overcome his sense of duty. Duty is the essence of manhood.


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Author Bio


  • NameGeorge S. Patton
  • DescriptionUnited States Army general
  • AliasesThe Old Man; Old Blood and Guts; Bandito; General Patton; George Smith Patton, Jr.
  • BornNovember 1, 1885
  • DiedDecember 21, 1945
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionAutobiographer; Officer
  • AwardsBronze Star Medal; Knight Commander Of The Order Of The British Empire; Grand Cross Of The Order Of Wissam El Alaouite; Legionnaire Of Legion Of Merit; Purple Heart; Order Of The White Lion; Legion Of Honour; Silver Star