Hitler's Final Christmas: Mighty Eighth Air Force in Battle of the Bulge

Experience Hitler's Last Christmas in a gripping account of the pivotal day when the mighty Eighth Air Force joined the Battle of the Bulge. This historical narrative delves into the largest aerial bombing mission ever undertaken. The tale unfolds with Hitler's unexpected Ardennes Offensive, followed by the Allies' swift counterattack: crippling air bases, rail yards, and supply facilities while demolishing bridges. The Germans were ultimately pushed back across the Rhine River in their final retreat, culminating in Hitler's demise and Germany's surrender a few months later.

Donald F. Kilburg, Jr., the creator of "Till Hitler’s Final Christmas," holds a personal connection to the story. His father, the lead bombardier on a crucial air mission, received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his actions that day. Kilburg, Jr., is actively involved with the 487th Bomb Group Affiliation, whose members were part of the lead formation of the 2046 heavy bombers that flew out that Christmas Eve in 1944. Inspired by these individuals, he documented their most unforgettable mission in this book, shedding light on a story that had remained untold till now.