Hurtgen Forest 1944 (1)

In September 1944, the Allied High Command pushed eastwards towards the Rhine, led by Courtney Hodges' US First Army. This advance was focused on a wooded area known as the Hürtgenwald, or Hürtgen Forest, south of Aachen. Facing them were German forces commanded by Walter Model, determined to defend the Reich and prepare for the upcoming Battle of the Bulge. This book examines the first phase of the grueling battle, fought in a treacherous landscape of dense woods, steep ridgelines, and limited roads. With detailed maps and striking illustrations, this 96-page softcover delves into the strategic significance of the Hürtgen Forest, ending with an evaluation of the situation in November 1944 and the next steps for both sides. Author: Michael McNally Illustrator: Darren Tan.