Having read Patton’s book War As I Knew It, I realize it’s the historians who have a simplistic view.
Patton was the quintessential modern general, with a keen understanding of battle statistics, supply, equipment and maneuver. As well as a hell of a leader.
These men know nothing of Patton, making up drivel about “civilian casualties”. Patton is not known for that.
Patton was also the acknowledged expert on amphibious assault.
“The Patton Papers” is wonderful reading too.