Patton vs. Rommel: Who Was the Better General?
Why did two of World War II's most famous generals become legends—and do they deserve their reputations?
In this episode of World War 2 Live, Dr. John C. McManus and Kevin Hymel tackle one of the most enduring debates in military history: George S. Patton vs. Erwin Rommel. Although the two iconic commanders never actually faced each other in battle, Hollywood, popular culture, and decades of military history have linked them as rival masterminds. But how much of that image is fact, and how much is myth?
John and Kevin examine:
Why Patton and Rommel became larger-than-life figures
How wartime…
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