On December 17, 1944, the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions were ordered to move toward Bastogne the following day, where they were to await further instructions. To make this rapid deployment possible, the Oise Base Section pulled every available vehicle off the roads to support both divisions. As reports of German activity near Stavelot intensified, the Commanding General of First U.S. Army redirected the 82nd Airborne Division to secure the area around Werbomont, while the 101st Airborne Divi

5.8K views · 1.3K reactions | Located in the heart of Bastogne, the 101st Airborne Museum is renowned as one of the finest World War II museums. It tells the story of the US 101st Airborne Division during the Battle of the Bulge. Housed in a historic building, the museum offers a unique experience with impressive dioramas! #battleofthebulge80th #battleofthebulge #101stairbornedivision #bastogne | Joël Stoppels Battlefield Tours | Facebook