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

On Dec. 16, 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 of the Bulge had begun. Mike Levin, Douglas Dillard, John Schaffner and Al Shehab were there. They experienced the battle from different service perspectives: artillery, airborne, infantry, cavalry. The stories they share are harrowing, heart breaking and yet inspirational. With this “Living History: Battle of the

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