Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time
William T. Sherman or George S. Patton
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Why This Battle Matters
Who left a deeper mark on military history: the relentless thrust of George S. Patton or William T. Sherman's scorched earth tactics? As we consider this clash of philosophies in the GoatWars U.S. Generals league, the stakes couldn't be higher. Patton, with his audacious armored advances, stands in sharp contrast to Sherman, whose ruthless march to the sea redefined wartime strategy. What's at play here is not just a spot on the leaderboard; it's about which strategy fans deem most effective in the crucible of war. Does sheer aggression trump calculated devastation? Your choice echoes through history.
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer George S. Patton over William T. Sherman when it comes to the greatest U.S. Generals of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick George S. Patton 68.2% of the time over William T. Sherman.
Across all battles:
George S. Patton win rate: 60.1%
William T. Sherman win rate: 32.4%
Fan FAQs
Why is the debate between Patton and Sherman so intense in the Greatest U.S. Generals of All Time league?
It's fiery because you've got two heavyweights from different eras of American military history. Patton, with his WWII fame, and Sherman, known for his Civil War campaigns, attract fans with distinctly different historical interests and values. This contrast really sparks passionate debates.
What makes William T. Sherman a fan favorite despite trailing in the votes?
Sherman's fans are drawn to his decisive and unorthodox strategies during the Civil War, like his famous March to the Sea. His impact on changing the tide of the war gives him a special place in history and in the hearts of Civil War aficionados.
Why is Patton ahead of Sherman in the fan votes?
Patton is really pulling ahead because fans admire his bold tactics and charismatic leadership during WWII. There's a lot of nostalgia and respect for his innovative approaches and fierce personality that just resonates more compared to Sherman.