Patton's Return to Europe for Occupation Duty

In July 1945, General George S. Patton returned to Europe to serve in the occupation forces following the end of World War II. Patton was appointed as the military governor of Bavaria, where he led the Third Army in denazification efforts. Despite his significant role in postwar Europe, Patton was deeply unhappy with his position and expressed his frustration in his diary. He believed that his military career had effectively ended with the conclusion of the war against Japan, and he felt that he would never have the opportunity to fight in another war. Patton's behavior and statements during this period became increasingly erratic, with various explanations proposed for his conduct. Some biographers suggest that Patton may have suffered from brain damage due to multiple head injuries sustained throughout his life, including a significant injury while playing polo in 1936. Additionally, Patton's relationship with his niece, Jean Gordon, and his claims of sexual conquests have been a subject of debate among his biographers, with some suggesting that these claims were a result of the severe physical and psychological stress he was under.