Patton: Blood, Guts, and Prayer

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Known for his rousing speeches and military triumphs, General George S. Patton, Jr. is one of the most famous military figures in U.S. history. Yet, he is better known for his profanity than his prayers. Until now. In his new bookPatton: Blood, Guts, and Prayer, author Michael Keane takes readers on a journey through Patton's career in three parts: his military prowess, his inspirational bravery, and his faith. Using Patton's own diaries, speeches, and personal papers, Keane examines the general's actions and personality to shed light on his unique and paradoxical persona. From his miraculous near-death experience to his famous prayer for fair weather, Patton: Blood, Guts, and Prayer recounts the seminal events that contributed to Patton's personal and religious beliefs. Comprehensive and inspiring, Patton: Blood, Guts, and Prayer is an extraordinary look at the public and private life of one of World War II's most storied generals. Intro Title Page Dedication GEORGE S. PATTON JR. PROLOGUE PART I -- BLOOD CHAPTER ONE -- GHOSTS OF THE CONFEDERACY CHAPTER TWO -- BENJAMIN DAVIS WILSON CHAPTER THREE -- PAPA CHAPTER FOUR -- DEAREST BEA PART II -- GUTS CHAPTER FIVE -- PANCHO VILLA CHAPTER SIX -- WORLD WAR I CHAPTER SEVEN -- TANKS CHAPTER EIGHT -- TEACHING COURAGE CHAPTER NINE -- TASK FORCE BAUM CHAPTER TEN -- SAVING THE LIPIZZANERS OPERATION COWBOY PART III -- PRAYER CHAPTER ELEVEN -- GROWING UP CHAPTER TWELVE -- GOD OF BATTLES CHAPLAINS REINCARNATION PATTON'S POETRY GOD OF OUR FATHERS CHAPTER THIRTEEN -- SAVING A SOULCHAPTER FOURTEEN -- PATTON'S PRAYER CHAPTER FIFTEEN -- THE LAST ENEMY APPENDICES Acknowledgments NOTES INDEX Copyright Page