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Allied Troops are counterattacking in force. We continue to hold Bastogne. By holding Bastogne we assure the success of the Allied Armies. We know that our Division Commander, General Taylor, will say: Well Done!
We are giving our country and our loved ones at home a worthy Christmas present and being privileged to take part in this gallant feat of arms are truly making for ourselves a Merry Christmas.

Anthony McAuliffe

Anthony McAuliffe

Anthony McAuliffe

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Born: July 2, 1898

Died: August 11, 1975 (aged 77)

Bio: Anthony Clement "Nuts" McAuliffe was a United States Army brigadier general, who earned fame as the acting division commander of the 101st Airborne Division troops defending Bastogne, Belgium, during World War II's Battle of the Bulge.

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