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  • Brothers, Rivals, Victors

  • Eisenhower, Patton, Bradley, and the Partnership That Drove the Allied Conquest in Europe
  • By: Jonathan W. Jordan
  • Narrated by: William Hughes
  • Length: 23 hrs and 35 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (6 ratings)
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Summary

The true story of the friendship—and rivalry—among the greatest American generals of World War II

Supreme Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower, General George S. Patton, and General Omar N. Bradley engineered the Allied conquest that shattered Hitler’s hold over Europe. But they also shared an intricate web of relationships going back decades. In the cauldron of World War II, they found their prewar friendships complicated by shifting allegiances, jealousy, insecurity, patriotism, and ambition.

Meticulously researched and vividly written, Jonathan W. Jordan’s book recounts the battle for Europe through the eyes of these three legendary generals. For the first time in such detail, the bonds between them are explored, and readers are treated to an insider’s view of life at the summit of raw, violent power. Throughout three years of hard, bloody warfare, Eisenhower, the Alliance’s great diplomat, sought victory in the fighting qualities and tactical genius of his most trusted subordinates, Bradley and Patton. They, in turn, owed their careers to Eisenhower. Yet their friendship would be put to the ultimate test as life-and-death decisions were thrust upon them, and honor and duty conflicted with personal loyalty.

Brothers, Rivals, Victors is drawn from the candid accounts of its main characters and strips away much of the public image of “Ike” (Eisenhower), the “GI’s General” (Bradley), and “Old Blood and Guts” (Patton) to reveal the men behind the legend. Adding richness to this story are the words and observations of a supporting cast of generals, staff officers, secretaries, aides, politicians, and wives, brought together to produce a uniquely intimate account of a relationship that influenced a war. The story of how these three great strategists pulled together to wage the deadliest conflict in history, despite their differences and rivalries, is marvelously told in this eye-opening narrative that is sure to become a classic of military history.

©2011 Jonathan W. Jordan (P)2011 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
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“A truly compelling narrative…A masterly, exciting study of character and tactics in World War II.” ( Kirkus Reviews)

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A must read for youth

One of the reviews says there's nothing new, nothing revealing in this book. I don't think that's the point. It's about the interaction between the three of these leaders and how this shapes conversations, interactions, and ultimately rationales for decisions and dynamics with other leaders in the European Theater of WWII. Their personal traits, competencies and flaws (which we're all familiar with) are placed in context of big events during the war, And the author does that in a magnificent way. We know Eisenhower, we certainly know about Patton, but there are not a whole lotta books about "Brad" and I enjoyed getting to know him better.

For me, this was one of the best books I've listened to about military dynamics in de second WW and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Maybe the chapter(s) about operation Market Garden was a bit too short in comparison with the Africa Campaign or the Ardennes but that's about all the criticism I could think of.

The narrator too, was perfect for me as a European being non-native in English. Engaging, easy to listen to and entertaining (for as far as war can be entertaining).

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