The Battle of the Bulge

<p>The Battle of the Bulge occured towards the end of World War II. It began on 16 December 1944 and ended 25 January 1945.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Battle of the Bulge was a major German offensive launched through the mountain region of Wallonia. The German's aim which to divide the Allies, and split the American and British camps straight through the centre.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The battle was mainly fought between German and American soldiers. The American's managed to contain the offensive and later defeat the Germans.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Battle of the Bulge was the bloodiest the U.S, Forces were involved in during World War II- with an estimated 90,000 American fatalities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Every year, people visit the Battlefields of World War II in order to pay their repects to those who fought. To learn more, <a href="http://battlefieldstours.org/visit-europe-battlefields" class="l_txt">click here</a>.</p>