Which general was known as “Old Blood and Guts”?
Robert E. Lee
George S. Patton
Douglas MacArthur
Stonewall Jackson
Considered one of the most successful combat generals in U.S history, General George Patton commanded the U.S. Seventh Army in the Mediterranean and European theaters of World War II, but is best known for his leadership of the U.S. Third Army in France and Germany following the Allied invasion of Normandy. Patton once said to his troops, “you’re going to be up to your neck in blood and guts.” This made quite an impression, and from that point on, he was known as “Old Blood and Guts.” The nickname would follow him for the rest of his life.
The correct answer is George S. Patton.