Bastogne: The Story of the First Eight Days (WWII Era Reprint) - Paperback

by S. L. a. Marshall (Author)

The 101st Airborne had orders to hold Bastogne, Belgium, as German forces moved in on the offensive during what became known as the Battle of the Bulge. Brigadier General McAuliffe's answer to German envoys requesting surrender was succinct: "Nuts!" This is the story of a vital position held under difficult conditions and against tremendous odds.