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My father-in-law also served under him. I guess he was a Captain at the time. He was a briefing officer and had to give Patton the "news" on the progress of the war. This was not a one on one deal. There were lots of senior staff present. He always said that he thought life at the "front" would be far safer than briefing Patton.

The one thing that really got him was that, despite his intimidating presence, Patton had a high pitched, squeaky voice. I think the "artistic license" taken for the movie "Patton" was well advised.
George C. Scott was a better choice than Pee Wee Herman.

I'm 17 and I have just finished basic training. First thing it was too easy. but this speech makes me want to fight everyday. specially about the killing off the cowards. I've been bred to fight and i love the feeling.
but people who get jittery shouldn't even join. Patton is a general that will live forever.