looks at more open-topped German artillery vehicles.
The U.S. Army is charging for the Rhine, the last physical barrier to the German heartland. Leading the march of the U.S. First Army is Combat Command B of the 9th Armored Division. The Rhine has always been the objective, but no one expects the Germans to leave any of the bridges across the river intact.
On 7 March 1945, lead elements of Task Force Engeman discover that Remagen's Ludendorff Bridge is still intact, and Brigadier General Hoge instantly recognizes that a decisive battle is upon his troops. He orders the bridge to be captured.
Meanwhile, Major Hans Scheller, commander of the German defenders, gives the order for the bridge to be demolished. As the first American soldiers set foot on the bridge, it explodes in a massive plume of smoke and debris. After the dust settles, everyone is stunned to find the bridge still stands.
The Fight for the Ruhr Is On…
Inside You Will Find:
- The history of the battle for the Rhine, including the battles of Remagen and the Ruhr Pocket
- History of the development of the M26 Pershing heavy tank, the 9th Armored Division's battle for the Ludendorff Bridge, and the Lucky 38th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron
- The option to field a U.S. Tank Company, Light Tank Company, Armored Rifle Company, and a Cavalry Recon Squadron
- History of the defenders of the Ruhr, including 512. and 654. Schwere Panzerjäger Abteilung, the 506. Schwere Panzer Abteilung, and SS-Panzerbrigade Westfalen
- The option to field a Schwere Panzerjägerkompanie equipped with Jagdtiger or Jagdpanther tank-hunters, a Schwere Panzerkompanie with formidable Königstiger heavy tanks, or a fanatical group of infantry from SS-Panzerbrigade Westfalen
- Inspirational color photos