During WWII, Patton hit the high point of his career. In 1943, he used daring assault and defense to lead the 7th U.S. army to victory at the invasion of Sicily. On D-Day in 1944, the allies invaded Normandy. President Roosevelt granted Genral Patton commander of the 3rd U.S. Army. Under Patton’s leadership. The 3rd Army swept across France, capturing town after town. "Keep on advancing… whether we go over, under, or through the enemy," Patton told his troops. Nicknamed "Old Blood and Guts" due to his ruthless drive for battle.

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