Ardennes 1944 by Antony Beevor

From the bestselling author of Stalingrad Berlin and DDay Antony Beevors Ardennes 1944 Hitlers Last Gamble tells the story of the Germans illfated final stand. On 16 December 1944 Hitler launched his last gamble in the snowcovered forests and gorges of the Ardennes. He believed he could split the Allies by driving all the way to Antwerp then force the Canadians and the British out of the war. Although his generals were doubtful of success younger officers and NCOs were desperate to believe th Paperback softback