The Elsenborn Ridge is a ridge line east of the town of Elsenborn, Belgium in the Ardennes forest that is notable for its role in the Battle of the Bulge. Members of the inexperienced American 99th and the veterans of the 1st and 2nd Infantry Divisions defended against the German Army's spearhead forces, preventing them from reaching the road network west of the Elsenborn Ridge and the Meuse River.
The Battle of Elsenborn Ridge was a decisive com...
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The Elsenborn Ridge is a ridge line east of the town of Elsenborn, Belgium in the Ardennes forest that is notable for its role in the Battle of the Bulge. Members of the inexperienced American 99th and the veterans of the 1st and 2nd Infantry Divisions defended against the German Army's spearhead forces, preventing them from reaching the road network west of the Elsenborn Ridge and the Meuse River.
The Battle of Elsenborn Ridge was a decisive component of the Battle of the Bulge, deflecting the strongest armored units of the German advance. This action started with the attempt of the 12th Volksgrenadier Division to cut off the advance of the US 2nd Infantry Division in the direction of the twin villages of Rocherath-Krinkelt. Control of the villages would clear a path to the high ground of Elsenborn ridge. Occupation of this dominating terrain would allow control of the roads to the south and west and ensure supply to the special armored taskforce of Waffen-SS Standartenführer ...
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