Buffetaut, Yves

Ardennes 1944: Casemate Illustrated (Casemate Illustrated)

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ISBN 13:
9781612006697
author:
Buffetaut, Yves
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Casemate Publishers
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
128
Dimensions:
25.4 x 17.8 centimetres (0.41 kg
Genre:
History, Military History, World War II,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 4 working days
£16.87

Description

The Battle of the Bulge: A Detailed Account of the German Defeat in 1944. The German counteroffensive in December 1944 to January 1945, known as Operation Wacht am Rhein or the Ardennes Counteroffensive, was a significant turning point in World War II. The three German armies involved were not evenly matched, with only the 5th Panzer Army in relatively good condition. However, other factors contributed to their defeat, including the speed of the Allied reaction and the conduct of American forces, which suffered over 100,000 casualties. This book provides a detailed account of the events leading to the German defeat, from the beginning of the offensive on December 16, 1944, to the retreat behind the Siegfried Line. It examines key topics such as the American resistance at St. Vith, the siege at Bastogne, and the airlift that intervened on behalf of the besieged city. With over 100 photographs and 24 color profiles, this volume in the Casemate Illustrated series offers a comprehensive look at the Battle of the Bulge and its significance in the history of World War II.

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