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Patton'S Photographs: War As He Saw It
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While Researching An Article On Gen. George S. Patton, Kevin M. Hymel Made An Astonishing Discovery. Browsing The Library Of Congress'S Patton Index, He Found Lists Of Photo Albums. Opening One, He Found Photos Patton Himself Took During World War Ii, A Gold Mine Of Historical Photographs Of Which Even Blumenson, Patton'S Official Biographer, Was Unaware.Patton Photographed Everything That Interested Him And Produced Tableaux Of The Battlefields Of North Africa, Sicily, And Continental Europe. For Patton, History Was Everything, And His Leica Camerastandard Issue For Reporters And Historians In The U.S. Armyensured He Could Provide Historians An Accurate Depiction Of Events, Free From Interpretation. His Photographs Depict The Victorious Face Of War, With Gis On The Move, Military Bridges Under Construction, And Tanks Slicing Through The Countryside. They Show Defeat As Wellsmashed German Tanks, Prisoners Of War, And Bodies Strewn Across The Landscape. Moreover, They Provide A Record Of Where Patton Fought, Showcasing Historic Sights And The Different Terrain From North Africa To Europe. Now, For The First Time, Many Of Patton'S Personal Photographs Are Presented In One Book For The Reader To Observe History As Patton Saw It. Hymel Provides Background Information And Captions For The Photographs And Occasionally Uses Patton'S Own Words To Describe The Sights. Patton Claimed His Hobby Once Saved His Life. Stopping To Take A Photograph In Italy, He Witnessed A Salvo Of German Shells Exploding On The Roadway Up Ahead, Where He Likely Would Have Been Had He Not Stopped. With Patton'S Photographs, Readers Can Now View That Life During The War Through The Eye Of One Of America'S Greatest Commanders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Patton's Photographs: War as He Saw It'? A: 'Patton's Photographs: War as He Saw It' primarily showcases the personal photographs taken by General George S. Patton during World War II. The book offers a unique view of historical events through Patton's perspective, highlighting both the victories and the harsh realities of war.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Kevin M. Hymel, who conducted extensive research on General Patton and his photographic collection.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Patton's Photographs' is bound in hardcover, providing a durable format suitable for collectors and enthusiasts.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 158 pages, featuring both photographs and informative text.
- Q: When was 'Patton's Photographs: War as He Saw It' published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2006.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this edition of 'Patton's Photographs' is a first edition.
- Q: What type of photographs can be found in the book? A: The book includes a variety of photographs taken by Patton, depicting battlefields, soldiers, and the environments of North Africa and Europe during World War II.
- Q: Does the book include captions or background information for the photographs? A: Yes, Kevin M. Hymel provides background information and captions for each photograph, enhancing the reader's understanding of the historical context.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Patton's Photographs' is in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a quality product.
- Q: Is there any specific audience or reader for this book? A: The book is aimed at history enthusiasts, military history buffs, and anyone interested in General Patton or World War II photography.