Excellent work commander! Your men fought tenaciously and not only held Flamierge but totally routed the attacking forces. This means the division can immediately resume the advance on Houffalize while the Germans are off-balance. General Patton has asked to see you personally. I've no doubt you will get a promotion for your brilliant performance. Well done!*
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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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