Bastogne: The Story Of The First Eight Days In Which The 101st Airborne Division Was Closed Within The Ring Of German Forces

Bastogne: The Story Of The First Eight Days In Which The 101st Airborne Division Was Closed Within The Ring Of German Forces is a historical book written by S. L. A. Marshall. The book is about the Battle of the Bulge, one of the most significant battles of World War II. The author provides a detailed account of the first eight days of the battle, during which the 101st Airborne Division was surrounded by German forces in the town of Bastogne. The book describes the challenges faced by the American soldiers, including the shortage of supplies, ammunition, and medical equipment. The author also provides insights into the strategies employed by both the American and German forces during the battle. The book is based on interviews with soldiers who participated in the battle and provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the events that took place during the Battle of the Bulge. Overall, Bastogne is an informative and well-researched book that provides readers with a detailed understanding of one of the most significant battles of World War II.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Brigadier General S.L.A. Marshall (1900-1977) was an accomplished journalist, a war correspondent, and a historian. One of the preeminent American military writers of our time, he wrote more than thirty books.