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This book delves into the leadership of General Dwight D. Eisenhower during World War II, focusing on the key generals and commanders who served under him. It includes material on Field Marshal Montgomery and Eisenhower's lieutenants such as Omar N. Bradley, Jacob L. Devers, Courtney H. Hodges, George S. Patton, Jr., Alexander M. Patch, William H. Simpson, Leonard T. Gerow, J. Lawton Collins, and Matthew B. Ridgway, among others. The book provides a comprehensive examination of the leadership style, strategies, and campaigns of these influential figures.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: History/Military History
Authors: Russell F. Weigley
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