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Why did Hitler launch the Battle of the Bulge offensive in December 1944? In December 1944, the Second World War was definitively tilted in favor of the Allies. However, Adolf Hitler, convinced that he could still turn the tide, launched a daring attack: the Belgian Ardennes Offensive, one of the most significant battles of the war. Why did German forces choose this snowy massif as the theater of the operation? What was Hitler's objective? How did the Americans, taken by surprise, manage to regain the advantage against the Wehrmacht and repel this desperate counteroffensive? To answer these questions, we visited the very sites of this iconic winter battle, alongside passionate historians and talented reenactors. The latter recreated key moments of this confrontation for us. We explored strategic sites like Bastogne, relived decisive battles, and discovered the poignant testimonies of a Belgian civilian who, as a child at the time, lived through this dramatic episode. Thanks to meticulous historical details and immersive reconstructions, Battlefields: The Series, presented by Serge Tignères, immerses you in the heart of the German offensive and the heroic resistance of the Allies. We also return to strategic elements, such as the Siegfried Line, the 101st Airborne Division, and the crucial role of General Patton. Discover how American soldiers faced the forces of the Reich in the most difficult conditions, and how this confrontation marked a definitive turning point in the liberation of Europe. Dive into history and relive the Battle of the Bulge. Join us on social networks: Tipee: https://en.tipeee.com/champsdebataille Facebook: / champsdebataillelaserie Instagram: / champsdebataille