Explores thelife and military career of Lucian Truscott, one of the greatest, yet leastcelebrated, US combat commanders of World War II. Born in Texas to adrug-addicted father, Truscott would become one of the United States' greatestever combat generals. Expert in mechanised warfare and amphibious operationsduring World War II, he was a plain-speaking, determined fighter. The book tracesTruscott's rise as a senior American commander in various theaters of war,including the campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and southern France. Itexamines Truscott's relationship with other senior American commanders such asGeorge Patton (who once threatened to sack him), Mark Clark (who didn't likehim), Eisenhower and George Marshall. Truscott made asignificant contribution to the defeat of Nazi Germany, improving his commandskills with each new experience. Being placed in command of the Anzio beachheadwas his finest hour, where his vital contribution ultimately led to the captureof Rome. Truscott garnereda unique record during World War II as the only American officer to commandmilitary formations from regiment up to a full army, with over 200,000 soldiersunder his command. He also took part in five amphibious landings during thewar, becoming the United States' foremost expert in such operations. General Lucian K. Truscott: `Quite a talent for fighting' is for military enthusiasts looking to expand theirknowledge beyond the well-known names of World War II canon.
