You made a valiant stand, but could not hold. The exploits of your battalion will be an inpiration to the rest of the division. Unfortunately, the losses your unit suffered were substantial and will cause a delay in the advance on Houffalize.*
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The campaign is over.*
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Historical Note: During the entire battle for Flamierge and Flamisoul, the 513th PIR suffered very high casualties, as did the division as a whole. Nevertheless, the fighting spirit of the division was intact and it resumed its advance on Houffalize on January 10th, with 3 Regiments abrest. By then the Germans had begun thier withdrawal from the Bulge. While the heavy casualties caused concern in Patton's staff, no one could deny that the paratroopers had acquitted themselves extremely well in their first battle, and they would continue to do so during their brief but vibrant career.*
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