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The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front
Vivid storytelling brings World War II history to life and place readers in the shoes of the people who experienced Germany's last major offensive on the Western Front. The battle began on December 16, 1944, when Germany launched a surprise attack. By the time the battle ended on January 25, 1945, it had not only become one of the war's bloodiest, but also proved to be the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the battle while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, "What's Next?" kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment.
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The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front
Vivid storytelling brings World War II history to life and place readers in the shoes of the people who experienced Germany's last major offensive on the Western Front. The battle began on December 16, 1944, when Germany launched a surprise attack. By the time the battle ended on January 25, 1945, it had not only become one of the war's bloodiest, but also proved to be the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the battle while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, "What's Next?" kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment.
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The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front

The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front

by Michael Burgan
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The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front

The Battle of the Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Attack on the Western Front

by Michael Burgan

Overview

Vivid storytelling brings World War II history to life and place readers in the shoes of the people who experienced Germany's last major offensive on the Western Front. The battle began on December 16, 1944, when Germany launched a surprise attack. By the time the battle ended on January 25, 1945, it had not only become one of the war's bloodiest, but also proved to be the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the battle while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, "What's Next?" kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781543572599
Publisher: Capstone Press
Publication date: 08/01/2019
Series: Tangled History Series
Pages: 112
Product dimensions: 5.25(w) x 7.50(h) x (d)
Lexile: 920L (what's this?)
Age Range: 8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection.  Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

Table of Contents

Foreword 4

1 Before the Attack 8

2 The First Day 26

3 The Battle Goes On 44

4 German Advance, Allied Response 50

5 A Difficult Christmas Season 70

6 The Allies Break Through 80

7 The Path to Victory 88

Epilogue 100

Timeline 106

Glossary 108

Critical Thinking Questions 109

Internet Sites 109

Further Reading 110

Selected Bibliography 111

Index 112

About the Author 112

Interviews

1. Readers gain an intimate portrait of many of the U.S. and German soldiers who fought in Germany’s last major battle on the Western Front. 2. Students who are interested in history will be mesmerized by little known details leading up to, during, and after the battle. 3. A focus on soldiers on both sides of the conflict gives students different perspectives on the war and the battlefield experience. 4. The large cast of characters helps students see historical figures as real people struggling to survive during fierce combat.

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