On Dec. 16, with the onset of winter, the German army launched a counteroffensive that was intended to cut through the Allied forces in a manner that would turn the tide of the war in Hitler's favor. The battle that ensued is known historically as the #BattleoftheBulge. The courage and fortitude of the American Soldier was tested against great adversity. Nevertheless, the quality of his response ultimately meant the victory of freedom over tyranny. Learn more ➡️ https://go.usa.gov/xErBJ #Soldier

16K views · 968 reactions | Four American Veterans who fought and lived through World War II and the #BattleoftheBulge reminisce about their younger days and the brutality of the Ardennes campaign. Video by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs #SoldiersStory | #ArmyHistory | U.S. Army | Facebook

Amid the Battle of the Bulge, by the end of 1944, the Ardennes was struck by one of its harshest winters on record—weeks of sub-zero temperatures, relentless snowfall, and brutal cold that tested every soldier, Allied and German, to the limit. This video compiles footage from several units, including the 82nd and 101st Airborne, that fought in the frozen forests and fields, offering a glimpse into the brutal conditions they endured. Snow, ice, and bitter winds turned every movement, every battle

Our animated historical documentary series on modern warfare continues with a video on the battle of the Bulge of 1944, also known as the Ardennes Counteroffensive, as Germany attempts to score a big victory against the Allies in the West. Cold War channel: http://bit.ly/2UHebLI Modern Warfare series: http://bit.ly/2W2SeXF Support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/KingsandGenerals or Paypal: http://paypal.me/kingsandgenerals We are grateful to our patrons and sponsors, who made this video po