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Battle of St. Vith
1944 • Lüttich
St. Vith, Belgium
Author: USAAFLicense:PD
Historical Overview
The Battle of St. Vith was an engagement in Belgium fought during the Allied advance from Paris to the Rhine in World War II. It was one of several battles on December 16, 1944 constituting the opening of Germany's Ardennes counteroffensive.
Quick Facts
Outcome:German victory.
German Army
- Commander: Hasso v. Manteuffel
- Strength: ca. 25.000
- Casualties: ca. 2.000
US 5th Army
- Commander: Bruce C. Clarke
- Strength: ca. 10.000
- Casualties: ca. 3.000
Strategic Context
Disrupting the German offensive's timetable.
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