This book tells of the courageous story of men who believed in their heritage; and who; through their heroic teamwork and dedication; stopped the main effort of the German Sixth Army. American veterans who participated in this battle remember the events; even after sixty years; as only yesterday. They also remember their compatriots and friends who died in this battle. The book covers what is essentially a five-day critical battle for the North shoulder of the ‘Bulge’ at Rochearth-Krinkelt. The Bulge was fought was fought in many areas; but it was won for the First Army on this shoulder.The author; has probed into every possible source for factual information. He has studied official after-action reports; histories and unit reports of organizations involved in the battle. In addition; he has conducted an extensive program of individual contacts; not only with the US Army participants; local villages and resistance fighters; but also with German commanders at various levels in the 3 divisions involved. Such an ample and widespread research effort has enabled the author to separate fact from fiction.
#930278 in Books Bloomsbury Academic 2009-03-19 2009-03-19Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 217.42 x 13.46 x 5.43l; .50 #File Name: 1847064264176 pagesDutch Jews during the Holocaust
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. So Inspiring!By MertonianWhat a journey! Etty's story is so inspiring. I read this book on accident and there are no accidents. I wrote this simplistic poem that was inspired by this book!A Poem for EttyI didn’t know you;Still; you have become my friendI didn’t see you;And you have found me anywayI didn’t hear you;Until I discovered your voiceI didn’t seek you;But grace has delivered youI didn’t know about your wisdom;So now your story absorbs meI didn’t know about your suffering;And yet your experience has saved meI didn’t know about your short journey;But a saint you have become.I didn’t know you;But now I do-thank you-rc3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A Life TransformedBy Rita KelleyAn incredible journey of faith of a young woman who at first appeared to have no faith. A Jewish young woman during the holocaust; her story; and Journey from agnosticism to an eclectic belief that all people are created in the image and likeness of a loving God. Etty Hillesum is an incredible woman; who walks with her people with compassion and a very strong unwillingness to hate; when all around her encourages hate. A very powerful book; also a very enlightening book. We all need to take the time to know each other and realize we are all God's children; made in his image and likeness.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. The way it should beBy Marietta Della PennaMore than the many theological books; and spiritual books I've read during the past thirty years; this gem of a book; spoke to me in a profound way. The author is clear in her analysts of this remarkable woman; but more than this; she is able to evoke the goodness and sanctity of her as well; thus enabling the reader to feel the presence of God amidst one of the greatest atrocities the world has known. In a sense; this book gives us a sense of how it should be...
