ardennes, battle of the, 1944-1945

Tells the story of the Battle of the Bulge based on eyewitness reports and American and German military records.

Draws on interviews with more than one hundred participants, as well as archival materials, to offer an account of the Battle of the Bulge and look at the strategy and tactics on both sides.

"Vivid storytelling brings World War II history to life and places readers in the shoes of the people who experienced Germany's last major offensive on the Western Front. The battle began on December 16, 1944, when Germany launched a surprise attack. By the time the battle ended on January 25, 1945, it had not only become one of the war's bloodiest, but also proved to be the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the battle while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, 'What's Next?' kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment"--From the publisher's web site.

Describes the events leading to and during the Battle of Ardennes, often called the Battle of the Bulge as well as the "fiercest battle of World War II.".

Two boys, one German and one American, are eager to join their respective armies during World War II, and their paths cross at the Battle of the Bulge.

"Nearly forgotten by history, this is the story of the Wereth Eleven, African-American soldiers who fought courageously for freedom in WWII--only to be ruthlessly executed by Nazi troops during the Battle of the Bulge"--Amazon.com.

Presents a young reader's adaptation of "The Guns at Last Light," exploring the event that became known as the Battle of the Bulge.

In graphic novel format, relates the events of the Battle of the Bulge, in which the forces of Nazi Germany were unable to stop the Allied advance into their homeland, and discusses the military strategies employed by each side.

A fictionalized account of the final months of World War II that recounts the experiences of the Allied soldiers and military leaders who faced the German army and the atrocities they left in their wake.