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"Through a Glass, Darkly" is a poem by American general George S. Patton, which explores Patton's strong beliefs in Christianity and reincarnation through stories of his previous lives and deaths in combat during historic battles.
- English
- 16 September 1922
- XAXA
- United States
The poem's introspective tone and exploration of the human condition mirror Patton's military career, which was marked by both triumph and adversity. It deviates from Patton's more direct and forceful writing style, revealing a contemplative and introspective side of the general.
May 30, 2016 · There’s much to say on that, but I wanted to share here that the phrase “through a glass darkly” prompted a DuckDuckGo search which let me here, to General Patton’s 1922 poem. Who knew that “old Blood and Guts” (“many names but always me”), had such faith?
Feb 11, 2024 · Feb 11, 2024. 1. General George S. Patton’s Poem Translated. General George S. Patton explores his pious beliefs in Christianity and reincarnation through his previous life-and-death...
One of Patton’s notable poetic works is Through a Glass, Darkly, a reflection on the nature of war and the impact it has on the human spirit. In this piece, he explores the ambiguity and uncertainty of conflict, delving into the psychological toll it takes on both soldiers and leaders.
Sep 4, 2021 · Through a Glass, Darkly-Poem by American General George S Patton. American General George S Patton pauses to piss in the Rhine off a bridge his engineers built just as his ancestor Julius Caesar did. It was a family tradition, the Wolf marking his territory. Countless times upon this star.
