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Last Hill

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Book Synopsis: Bob Drury and Tom Clavin's The Last Hill is the incredible untold story of one Ranger battalion's heroism and courage in World War II.They were known as “Rudder’s Rangers,” the most elite and experienced attack unit in the United States Army. In December 1944, Lt. Col. James Rudder's 2nd Battalion would form the spearhead into Germany, taking the war into Hitler’s homeland at last. In the process, Rudder was given two objectives: Take Hill 400 . . . and hold the hill by any means possible. To the last man, if necessary. The battle-hardened battalion had no idea that several Wehrmacht regiments, who greatly outnumbered the Rangers, had been given the exact same orders. The clash of the two determined forces was one of the bloodiest and most costly encounters of World War II.

Castle Hill, the imposing 1320-foot mini-mountain the American Rangers simply called Hill 400, was the gateway to a desperate Nazi Germany. Several entire American divisions had already been repulsed by the last hill’s dug-in defenders as—unknown to the Allies—the height was the key to Adolf Hitler’s last-minute plans for a massive counterattack to smash through the American lines in what would become known to history as the Battle of the Bulge.

Thus the stalemate surrounding Hill 400 could not continue. For Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, there was only one solution: Call in Rudder’s Rangers. Of the 130 special operators who stormed, captured, and held the hill that December day, only 16 remained to stagger back down its frozen slopes. The Last Hill is replete with unforgettable action and characters—a rich and detailed saga of what the survivors of the 2nd Ranger Battalion would remember as “our longest day.”

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Discover the breathtaking and untold story of heroism and courage in World War II with Bob Drury and Tom Clavin's The Last Hill. Immerse yourself in the thrilling journey of Rudder's Rangers, the most elite and experienced attack unit in the United States Army. These brave soldiers, facing overwhelming odds, spearheaded into Hitler's homeland, determined to take Hill 400 and hold it at any cost. Brace yourself for the clash of two determined forces in one of the bloodiest encounters of World War II.

Capture the essence of Castle Hill, the formidable mini-mountain that served as the gateway to a desperate Nazi Germany. This 1320-foot hill, code-named Hill 400 by the American Rangers, held the key to Adolf Hitler's last-minute plans for a counterattack. As several American divisions had already failed in their attempts to breach its defenses, Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Dwight Eisenhower had only one solution: Rudder's Rangers. Prepare to witness the bravery of these 130 special operators as they storm, capture, and hold Hill 400, playing a pivotal role in history's Battle of the Bulge.

Experience the intensity and resilience of the 2nd Ranger Battalion as they fought with unwavering determination on what they would remember as "our longest day." In The Last Hill, you will be enthralled by the unforgettable action and characters that bring this rich and detailed saga to life. Join the survivors as they navigate through the frozen slopes, paving the way for victory. Don't miss out on this extraordinary account that will leave you inspired and in awe of the sacrifices made during World War II.

Ready to embark on this epic journey of bravery and sacrifice? Get your copy of The Last Hill today and transport yourself back to one of the defining moments in history. Learn about the battles fought, the lives touched, and the lengths taken to secure victory. Turn the pages and enter the world of Rudder's Rangers, as their story reminds us of the indomitable spirit that resides in the hearts of heroes. Order now to experience the power of The Last Hill.

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