General George Patton was one of the most decorated soldiers in the history of the United States. Many people have wondered what made him tick, why he was so great, and why his troops obeyed him to the "t". Patton was a man of hard work, perseverance, study, and eternal desire. He was always prepared for the worst and hoped for the best. Patton like many other great military leaders had a strategy, a game …showed first 75 words of 682 total…

…showed last 75 words of 682 total…than the battlefield to prove it. In no "contest" are the stakes so high, and Patton laid his bet on the table. In conclusion, Patton was a man of extreme will and preparation. His eternal drive to win is apparent in every battle and speech he delivered, giving everything his all, and demanding nothing less from his peers. It is said that no leader was as great as Patton, and I cannot argue that point.