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Visit Bastogne Barracks to immerse yourself in the famous Battle of the Bulge. These former 1936 barracks offer a unique historicale experience.

Bastogne Barracks, Centre d’Interprétation de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale

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A fascinating page of history

The US troops did their best to defend Bastogne, quite a strategic city on the West front. On December 19, 1944, General McAuliffe (Commander of the 101st Airborne at the time) and his division set up their headquarters in the Heintz (now named Bastogne) Barracks. His answer to the Germans' letter asking him to surrender made him quite famous. His indignation was summed up in just one word: nuts!

From former headquarters to museum

The Bastogne Barracks reopened to the public in 2010 as a WW2 interpretation centre. This museum space, which recreates the surreal atmosphere of the Battle of the Bulge through exhibitions and reconstitutions also features the basement where the US troops and famous General McAuliffe, had their headquarters.

An extraordinary collection of military vehicles

The barracks also are home to all sorts of military vehicles, part of the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History's collections. The Vehicle Restoration Center keeps the historical tanks (Tiger, Sherman, mini tanks...) and trucks in perfect condition.

 
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