Senin, 23 Oktober 2017

Did Gen. Pershing Threaten to Execute Cowards?

I once read that Gen. Pershing threatened to execute hundreds of American soldiers for cowardice because they refused to attack machine guns across an open field.  I have searched many of his biographies and have not been able to find evidence.  Is it true?  Did this happen? Bob Shebesta   ???   Dear Mr. Shebesta, …

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