Bastogne: The Story of the First Eight Days in Which the 101st Airborne Division Was Closed Within the Ring of German Forces

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Col. S. L. A. Marshall
ISBN 1-61646-062-8
Retail $14.95 (USD)
287 pp. / Paperback

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Bastogne in the Battle of the Bulge

Surrounded by advancing German forces, the 101st Airborne held fast within the town of Bastogne, despite bombardment, poor weather, and short supplies.

The courage of these soldiers was summarized by General McAuliffe's reply to German suggestions that they surrender: "Nuts!"