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Siege of Bastogne
1944 • Wallonien Belagerung
Historical Overview
Heroic defense by US paratroopers in the Ardennes.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Allied victory.
US 5th Army
- Commander: Anthony McAuliffe
- Strength: ca. 18.000
- Casualties: ca. 3.000
German Army
- Commander: Heinrich v. Lüttwitz
- Strength: ca. 45.000
- Casualties: ca. 10.000
Strategic Context
Control of the central Ardennes transport hub.
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