Within the fog shrouded stillness of the Ardenne f4, this serene snow covered
woodside was abruptly broken by the heavy clank of churning treads, the low
growling of heavy engines and the labored breathing of determined soldiers. A
monumental struggle was developing in this pristine wilderness, one that could effect
the course of the war. The German army had launched a surprise winter offensive
upon the Allied forces, known as the Battle of the Bulge.
Among the Allied units that rallied to meet the German thrust were the 2nd Armored
Division. Struggling mightily through the hazardous Belgium winter, these weary but
battle hardened American soldiers conducted a long and treacherous 120 mile road
march under the severest of conditions in a valiant effort to halt the German breakout.
Without orders or rest, these men immediately engaged and broke the enemy within
sight of the Meuse River in a fierce contest of man and machine. This heroic action
prevented the Germans from splitting the allied forces and prolonging the war.
Commissioned by the National War College 1995 graduating class, "Christmas in the
Ardennes" is a poignant tribute to the soldiers of the "Hell on Wheels" 2nd Armored
Division and to all those whose duty and honor moves them to heroic struggles
defending freedom from tyranny.
"Christmas in the Ardennes" is also a fond, farewell tribute to the honored 2nd
Armored Division, whose flag will be cased for perhaps the final time in 1996.
Reproduced in exacting detail on 100 lb. Museum Quality Archival stock, each
lithograph is individually signed by the artist, Dru Blair. A special limited edition
signed by the distinguished George S. Patton, III. has unfortunately sold out.
woodside was abruptly broken by the heavy clank of churning treads, the low
growling of heavy engines and the labored breathing of determined soldiers. A
monumental struggle was developing in this pristine wilderness, one that could effect
the course of the war. The German army had launched a surprise winter offensive
upon the Allied forces, known as the Battle of the Bulge.
Among the Allied units that rallied to meet the German thrust were the 2nd Armored
Division. Struggling mightily through the hazardous Belgium winter, these weary but
battle hardened American soldiers conducted a long and treacherous 120 mile road
march under the severest of conditions in a valiant effort to halt the German breakout.
Without orders or rest, these men immediately engaged and broke the enemy within
sight of the Meuse River in a fierce contest of man and machine. This heroic action
prevented the Germans from splitting the allied forces and prolonging the war.
Commissioned by the National War College 1995 graduating class, "Christmas in the
Ardennes" is a poignant tribute to the soldiers of the "Hell on Wheels" 2nd Armored
Division and to all those whose duty and honor moves them to heroic struggles
defending freedom from tyranny.
"Christmas in the Ardennes" is also a fond, farewell tribute to the honored 2nd
Armored Division, whose flag will be cased for perhaps the final time in 1996.
Reproduced in exacting detail on 100 lb. Museum Quality Archival stock, each
lithograph is individually signed by the artist, Dru Blair. A special limited edition
signed by the distinguished George S. Patton, III. has unfortunately sold out.
All sales are subject to availability due to the limited nature of artworks
Here at Ozark Airfield Artworks we offer a large selection art prints. These prints
mainly depict modern and historic aviation along with military, civil and space flight. We
also deal with naval subjects and military armor and infantry works. These prints are
from all the top national and international artists along with some local artists. Many of
our prints are signed by the artist and by famous pilots and veterans. If you are looking
for a specific plane, pilot, artist or subject please contact us.
mainly depict modern and historic aviation along with military, civil and space flight. We
also deal with naval subjects and military armor and infantry works. These prints are
from all the top national and international artists along with some local artists. Many of
our prints are signed by the artist and by famous pilots and veterans. If you are looking
for a specific plane, pilot, artist or subject please contact us.
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All images are copyrighted by the individual artist and may not be
reproduced without their consent.
reproduced without their consent.
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