U.S. General George S. Patton dies 12 days after car accident 80 years ago this hour (Dec 21 1945)

1940s, World War II


Video: 'The Tragic Death of General George S. Patton'

(Friday, December 21, 1945, 5:50 p.m. Central European Time) — General George S. Patton Jr., one of the most vivid figures among Allied combat leaders in World War II, died today in Heidelberg, Germany, 12 days after being seriously injured in a car accident. Patton was 60.