World War II-dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, colorful Headquarters I Armored Corps letterhead, February 18, 1942. Letter to Major L. M. Grener of the 6th Armored Division, in part: "It is my understanding that anyone promoted by selection had to have had five consecutive superior ratings. I do not know what your ratings were prior to entering the Armored Force, nor do I remember what they were since, as I did not make them out. I think that you are wrong when you say that only Lt. Colonels will command tank battalions, because I know that some battalions are now being commanded by captains who will shortly be promoted to majorities. Personally, I should be very glad and, in fact, delighted to have you as a battalion commander, because I believe your experience should be very helpful. I would not be downhearted just because I have been jumped. I was jumped in the last War and in this one, and have not suffered by it in the end." In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing and a few small stains.
Patton's commentary on being "jumped" offers an insight into his famously strong personality and candor about himself, as well as his success in ascending the military ranks to the highest levels. Commanded by Patton, the I Armored Corps would make landfall in Morocco during Operation Torch in November 1942, beginning the Allied invasion of French North Africa. This was the first all-American force to enter the war against the Germans.
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