[bagster]

Speaking of Patton. We just missed the anniversary of this momentous event.

This is what it feels like out there beyond the trees.

On This Day: George S. Patton Slaps Hospitalized Soldier

(excerpt)

On Aug. 3, 1943, Lt. Gen. George S. Patton slapped a soldier who was hospitalized for psychoneurosis, accusing him of cowardice. The incident nearly ended Patton’s career.

There are digital parallels.

Here is a reenactment.

Its My Nerves, Sir. I Just Can't Stand The Shelling Any More

[Ymani Cricket]

Patton may have gotten a little carried away at times, but there aren’t many Generals like that anymore.

[ichabod1]

he shouldda kissed the sonofab!+ch.