Which battle was germany’s last attempt to push the allies out of the mainland of europe

It was the battle of the Ardennes; The army of Nazi Germany, had its last attempt of offensive against the allies of the continental part of Europe, sending approximately 300,000 soldiers to the attack. This attack begins on December 16, 1944. In this attempt, the soldiers of the allies were taken by surprise. However, the German exercise had to stop its attack in response to the request of General Mc Auliffe.

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]