General Patton Memorial Museum
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The General George S. Patton Memorial Museum, in Chiriaco Summit, California, is a museum erected in tribute to General George S. Patton on the site of the entrance of Camp Young, part of the Desert Training Center of World War II. generalpattonmuseum.org
Welcome to the General Patton Memorial Museum! Explore military vehicles and tanks up close at the Matzner Tank Pavilion, generously sponsored by Mr. Harold Matzner.
January 7, 2026 at 8:37 PM
Welcome to the General Patton Memorial Museum! Explore military vehicles and tanks up close at the Matzner Tank Pavilion, generously sponsored by Mr. Harold Matzner.
General George S. Patton with Colonel Harry A. Flint on 3rd Army maneuvers, June 1941. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 7, 2026 at 8:36 PM
General George S. Patton with Colonel Harry A. Flint on 3rd Army maneuvers, June 1941. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
General Patton pins the Distinguished Service Cross on General Anthony C. McAuliffe, December 29th, 1944. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 7, 2026 at 8:36 PM
General Patton pins the Distinguished Service Cross on General Anthony C. McAuliffe, December 29th, 1944. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
Generals Patton & Van Fleet examining a map layout, April 1945. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 7, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Generals Patton & Van Fleet examining a map layout, April 1945. Photo from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
Veteran of the Day: Joseph Cherenko, U.S. Army Air Force, World War 2.
January 7, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Veteran of the Day: Joseph Cherenko, U.S. Army Air Force, World War 2.
January 7th, 1942
January 7, 2026 at 8:33 PM
January 7th, 1942
What happened on this day in WW2? January 7th: In 1940, Battle of Raate Road ends in a Finnish victory; over 10,000 have been killed in the Soviet 44th Division.
January 7, 2026 at 8:32 PM
What happened on this day in WW2? January 7th: In 1940, Battle of Raate Road ends in a Finnish victory; over 10,000 have been killed in the Soviet 44th Division.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of General George S. Patton, Jr, the Desert Training Center and World War II.
January 6, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Immerse yourself in the rich history of General George S. Patton, Jr, the Desert Training Center and World War II.
General Patton awards battle streamers to the 231st FA Bn, 6th Armored Division on August 7th, 1945. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 6, 2026 at 9:41 PM
General Patton awards battle streamers to the 231st FA Bn, 6th Armored Division on August 7th, 1945. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
Generals Patton and Eddy in February 1945. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 6, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Generals Patton and Eddy in February 1945. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
George Smith Patton in Manchester reviewing plans during the Tennessee Maneuvers in June 1941. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 6, 2026 at 9:39 PM
George Smith Patton in Manchester reviewing plans during the Tennessee Maneuvers in June 1941. Photo is from the General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
Veteran of the Day: Joe G. Chin, U.S. Army, World War 2.
January 6, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Veteran of the Day: Joe G. Chin, U.S. Army, World War 2.
January 6th, 1942
January 6, 2026 at 9:37 PM
January 6th, 1942
What happened on this day in WW2? January 6th: In 1944, Soviets cross the Polish border near Olevsk. Maj. Gen. James Doolittle assumes command of the US Eighth Air Force in England. US Navy Task Force 58 is established under Rear Adm. Marc Mitscher; with 6 carriers, 6 light carriers & 700 aircraft.
January 6, 2026 at 9:36 PM
What happened on this day in WW2? January 6th: In 1944, Soviets cross the Polish border near Olevsk. Maj. Gen. James Doolittle assumes command of the US Eighth Air Force in England. US Navy Task Force 58 is established under Rear Adm. Marc Mitscher; with 6 carriers, 6 light carriers & 700 aircraft.
Come visit the General Patton Memorial Museum and experience the remarkable legacy of General George S. Patton and the history of our armed forces!
January 5, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Come visit the General Patton Memorial Museum and experience the remarkable legacy of General George S. Patton and the history of our armed forces!
General Patton with General Mark Clark, December 1943. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 5, 2026 at 9:46 PM
General Patton with General Mark Clark, December 1943. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
General Patton eating lunch with other commanders, date unknown. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 5, 2026 at 9:46 PM
General Patton eating lunch with other commanders, date unknown. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
General Patton inspecting a forward position, October 1944. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
January 5, 2026 at 9:46 PM
General Patton inspecting a forward position, October 1944. General Patton Memorial Museum Photo Collection.
Veteran of the Day: Ernest M. Chambers, U.S. Army, World War 2.
January 5, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Veteran of the Day: Ernest M. Chambers, U.S. Army, World War 2.
January 5th, 1942
January 5, 2026 at 9:45 PM
January 5th, 1942
What happened on this day in WW2? January 5th: In 1945, as Allied invasion force approaches Lingayen Gulf on Luzon, kamikazes damage heavy cruisers USS Louisville & HMAS Australia, destroyers USS Helm & HMAS Arunta, escort carriers USS Manila Bay & USS Savo Island, & destroyer escort USS Stafford.
January 5, 2026 at 9:44 PM
What happened on this day in WW2? January 5th: In 1945, as Allied invasion force approaches Lingayen Gulf on Luzon, kamikazes damage heavy cruisers USS Louisville & HMAS Australia, destroyers USS Helm & HMAS Arunta, escort carriers USS Manila Bay & USS Savo Island, & destroyer escort USS Stafford.
Welcome to the General Patton Memorial Museum! Whether you're a history enthusiast, a military veteran, or simply seeking a unique adventure, we're excited to help you plan your visit.
www.generalpattonmuseum.org
www.generalpattonmuseum.org
January 4, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Welcome to the General Patton Memorial Museum! Whether you're a history enthusiast, a military veteran, or simply seeking a unique adventure, we're excited to help you plan your visit.
www.generalpattonmuseum.org
www.generalpattonmuseum.org
Veteran of the Day: Worth E. Cassidy, U.S. Army, World War 2.
January 4, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Veteran of the Day: Worth E. Cassidy, U.S. Army, World War 2.