15. Bastogne
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Perseverance is thinking, acting, and behaving in a way that indicates that there is no reason to quit, despite the probability of success. Explain how at least one of the mentioned factors could make an individual give up on a goal.
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On December 22, 1944, the US Army chose the village of Bastogne as a defensive strongpoint to slow or defeat a German surprise assault. Despite having minimal supplies, facing mounting casualties, and enduring tremendously cold weather, the American soldiers fought the enemy to a stalemate. Once the weather changed, air support allowed for additional supplies, and improved driving conditions created a swifter land-based reaction as well.
