December 1944, when the Third Reich believed lon dying, Hitler will launch a large-scale operation in the Ardennes. His goal: to reach the harbor of Antwerp and cut the allies partly of logistics. The Nazis will enjoy the miserable weather making it impossible to take off airplanes allies. The offensive Rundstedt will besiege the city of Bastogne for several days and know its heyday 7 km from the city of Dinant. These episodes are clearly outlined in this book, which alternates with the story somewhat dated photographs of events and testimonies of some participants. A good book that offers in a supplement located dalbum end, a series of visits to explore these historic sites.