The Battle of the Bulge Did the troops have hardships? Was there different groups competing? What key points took place in this tragic but crucial battle? The Battle of the Bulge had hardships for the troops, had many different leaders and groups, and had a number of key points and actions. There were many hardships that the troops faced in and out of combat. The U.S. forces were dug in holding off the Germans, but were stuck there with disease and little food and supplies. During the winter, heavy snow storms pelted both the Germans and U.S. forces, this caused many guns, artillery, and equipment to freeze or jam and have to be thawed out. The weather in the region was supporting the Germans, while the U.S. were in thick forests and fog,
