WWII Battles in Color (2021)

S1E5 The Bulge

In the autumn of 1944, the Allies felt a surge of confidence, riding high on their success in Normandy. They advanced into Belgium, drawing closer to the German border, unaware that a significant shift in the war was imminent. This shift would lead to the U.S. Army's largest and deadliest confrontation of World War II: The Battle of the Bulge. Using striking, newly colorized combat footage and newsreels, along with personal stories, we delve into the depths of a battle that would inflict devastating losses on both sides, transforming East Belgium into a muddy graveyard.