Adventurous Tales

December 2024 marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, the last major German offensive on the Western Front during World War II. Fought from December 16, 1944, to January 25, 1945, this pivotal battle tested the resilience, leadership, and sacrifice of Allied forces. The Germans launched a surprise attack through the dense Ardennes Forest, aiming to split the Allied lines, seize the vital port of Antwerp, and force a negotiated peace. Despite being caught off guard, American forces, including the 7th Armored Division, fought tenaciously in brutal winter conditions. The stand at St. Vith and the encirclement […]