General Patton: A Soldier's Life

Stanley Hirshson discussed his biography of General George S. Patton. In it, he traces the military leader’s unconventional childhood, (he b… read more

Stanley Hirshson discussed his biography of General George S. Patton. In it, he traces the military leader’s unconventional childhood, (he began school at the age of 12), his West Point education, his many wartime accomplishments, and his turbulent relationships with other Allied generals, including Dwight D. Eisenhower, during World War II. After his remarks he answered questions from audience members. close

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General Patton: A Soldier's Life

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Program ID:
172199-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Sep 14, 2002 | 7:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Jan 23, 2008 | 8:57am EST | C-SPAN 3

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  • Sep 14, 2002 | 7:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 15, 2002 | 11:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Sep 29, 2002 | 5:01am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • May 30, 2005 | 5:52pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • May 31, 2005 | 5:47am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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  • Dec 11, 2005 | 5:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
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  • Jan 23, 2008 | 8:57am EST | C-SPAN 3
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