The Battle of the Bulge was the largest American ground battle against the Germans in World War 2. However, a lesserknown confrontation during the opening days of Germany's massive Ardennes counteroffensive was the catalyst that set back the Reich's plans in the Western Theater.

Protected by several pivotal hills and close to the Ardennes forest, the town of St. Vith was the epicenter of six crucial roads and located right on the right flank of the German offensive’s advance.

For days on end, the US Army's 7th Armored Division fought an exhaustive battle against six German divisions that pummeled them with incessant fire and determination.

But despite the surprise factor, terrible weather conditions, and a lack of appropriate material, the American forces at St. Vith would not go down with a fight, refusing to give up the pivotal town so easily…

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