Barrais-Bussolles is a commune in the Allier department in central France .

Barrais-Bussolles is a French commune . It is in the Allier department in the center of France .


Barranquilla ( ) is a city and municipality located in northern Colombia .

Barranquilla ( ] ) is a city and municipality in northern Colombia .


The city is located in the Atlántico Department , of which it is the capital .

It is the capital of the Atlántico Department .


The Barrie Colts are a junior ice hockey team in Ontario Hockey League , based in Barrie , Ontario , Canada .

The Barrie Colts are an ice hockey team in the Ontario Hockey League ( OHL ) . They are based in Barrie , Ontario , Canada .


The first Barrie Colts played in the senior division of the OHA from 1907 until 1910 , prior to the creation of junior A and B levels .

The Barrie Colts first became a team when they played in the junior division of the OHA from 1907 until 1910 which was prior to the creation of junior A and junior B levels .


Ingham died , two weeks shy of his 83rd birthday , at his home in Palm Beach Gardens , Florida .

Ingham died , two weeks before his 83rd birthday , in Palm Beach Gardens , Florida , aged 82 .


Barrie Stanton Ingham ( 10 February 1932 -- 23 January 2015 ) was an English actor , performing on stage and `` in a handful of films . ''

Barrie Ingham ( 10 February 1932 - 23 January 2015 ) was an English actor .


Other works include `` A Previous Engagement '' , `` Little Fugitive '' , `` Shopgirl '' , `` Touching Wild Horses '' , `` Twin Dragons '' , `` Shopping '' and `` The Mangler '' .

Other works include `` A Previous Engagement '' , `` The Little Fugitive '' , `` Shopgirl '' , `` Touching Wild Horses '' , `` Twin Dragons '' , `` Shopping '' and `` The Mangler '' .


His film work includes `` Hilary and Jackie '' , based on the life of the cellist Jacqueline du Pré , for which he was nominated for the ` Anthony Asquith Award for Film Music ' at the 52nd British Academy Film Awards .

His film work , includes `` Hillary and Jackie '' , based on the life of the cellist Jacqueline du Pré , for which he was nominated for the ` Anthony Asquith Award for Film Music ' at the 52nd British Academy Film Awards .


The club colours are blue and white , though the combination of these has varied over time , leading to their nickname `` The Bluebirds '' .

The club colours are blue and white . The combination of these has varied over time .


Temperatures remain below freezing from early October through late May .

Temperatures are below freezing from early October until late May .


Freezing temperatures and snowfall can occur during any month of the year .

Freezing temperatures , and snowfall , can occur at any time during the year .


Barry Michael Boughner ( born January 29 , 1948 in Delhi , Ontario ) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey right winger .

Barry Michael Boughner ( born January 29 , 1948 in Delhi , Ontario ) is a Canadian retired professional ice hockey right winger .


Barry Commoner ( May 28 , 1917 -- September 30 , 2012 ) was an American biologist , college professor , and politician .

Barry Commoner ( May 28 , 1917 -- September 30 , 2012 ) was an American biologist , professor , and politician .


Leonard Barrie Corbin , known as Barry Corbin ( born October 16 , 1940 ) , is an American actor with more than one hundred film , television and video game credits .

Leonard Barrie Corbin , known as Barry Corbin ( born October 16 , 1940 ) , is an American actor .


He was drafted in the second round of the 2007 amateur draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks .

He was drafted 2007 amateur draft in the second round by the Arizona Diamondbacks .


Barry Gordon ( born December 21 , 1948 ) is an American film , television and voice actor and political talk show host and producer .

Barry Gordon ( born December 21 , 1948 ) is an American movie , television and voice actor and political talk show host and producer .


He is also a film producer and script writer , a star of London 's West End musical theatre , an award-winning writer and an accomplished landscape painter .

He is also a movie producer and script writer , a star of London 's West End musical theatre , an award-winning writer and a landscape painter .


Barry Levinson ( born April 6 , 1942 ) is an American screenwriter , Academy Award-winning film director , actor , and producer of film and television .

Barry Levinson ( born April 6 , 1942 ) is an American screenwriter , Academy Award winning movie director , actor , and producer of movie and television .


His older brother , Richard Lynch , was also an actor who appeared in '' .

His older brother , Richard Lynch , was also an actor who appeared in '' '' .


Barry J. Lynch ( born Brooklyn , New York ) Born in 1944 , Barry is an American actor .

Barry J. Lynch ( born Brooklyn , New York ) is an American actor .


He is best known for such recordings as `` Mandy '' , `` Ca n't Smile Without You '' , and `` Copacabana ( At the Copa ) '' .

He is best known for songs such as `` Could It Be Magic '' , `` Mandy '' , `` Ca n't Smile Without You '' , and `` Copacabana ( At the Copa ) '' .


On 24 November 2014 , O'Farrell announced his intention not to stand for re-election at the 2015 NSW election .

On 24 November 2014 , O'Farrell announced his intention not to stand for re-election at the 2015 NSW election and to retire from politics .


Barry Robert O'Farrell ( born 24 May 1959 ) is an Australian former politician who was the 43rd Premier of New South Wales and Minister for Western Sydney from 2011 to 2014 .

Barry Robert O'Farrell ( born 24 May 1959 ) is a former Australian politician . He was 43rd Premier of New South Wales and Minister for Western Sydney .


Barry Robert Pepper ( born April 4 , 1970 ) is a Canadian actor .

Barry Robert Pepper ( born April 4 , 1970 ) is a Canadian movie , television and voice actor .


Barry Shabaka Henley ( born Barry Joseph Henley ; September 15 , 1954 ) is an American character actor .

Barry Shabaka Henley ( born September 15 , 1954 ) is an American actor and comedian .


His first appointment in 1951 was with the Hallé Orchestra under Sir John Barbirolli .

His first appointment in 1951 was with the Hallé Orchestra , conducted by Sir John Barbirolli .


Oliver Knussen , Don Banks , Gunther Schuller , Robin Holloway , and Thea Musgrave have written concertos ; Richard Rodney Bennett wrote `` Acteon '' for horn and large orchestra .

They include concertos by Oliver Knussen , Don Banks , Gunther Schuller , Robin Holloway , and Thea Musgrave . Richard Rodney Bennett wrote `` Acteon '' for horn and large orchestra for him .


He currently holds the position of Professorial Fellow at the University of Melbourne and has for several years hosted the annual Barry Tuckwell Institute at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction , Colorado .

He was Professorial Fellow at the University of Melbourne and has for several years hosted the annual Barry Tuckwell Institute at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction , Colorado .


His son Anthony and grandson James are also trainers , while second grandson Edward is a stable foreman .

His son Anthony and grandson James are also trainers .


`` Bart Gets Hit by a Car '' is the tenth episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' second season .

`` Bart Gets Hit by a Car '' is the tenth episode of `` The Simpsons '' second season .


Bryan Bartlett `` Bart '' Starr ( born January 9 , 1934 ) is a former professional American football player and coach .

Bryan Bartlett Starr ( born January 9 , 1934 in Montgomery , Alabama ) is a former American football player and coach for the National Football League .


He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977 .

He was added to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977 .


He was the first to perform on Countdown , his was the first Aboriginal band to make a documentary , the first Aboriginal band to sign a record deal and the first , the very first , to tour overseas and Willoughby was the first , the very first to score , play and direct the music track of a feature film itself the first to be directed by an indigenous director .

He was the first to perform on `` Countdown '' , his was the first Aboriginal band to make a documentary , the first Aboriginal band to sign a record deal and the first , the very first , to tour overseas . Willoughby was the first , the very first to score , play and direct the music track of a feature film itself the first to be directed by an indigenous director .


Bart immediately becomes enamored and decides that he wants to become a daredevil as well .

Bart immediately becomes [ enamored ] and decides that he wants to become a daredevil as well .


Bart decides to jump the Springfield gorge , but Homer learns about Bart 's plan and makes him promise not to jump it .

Bart decides to jump the Springfield [ gorge ] , but Homer learns about Bart 's plan and makes him promise not to jump it .


`` Bart the Daredevil '' is the eighth episode of `` The Simpsons '' second season and aired on December 6 , 1990 .

`` Bart the Daredevil '' is the eighth episode of `` The Simpsons '' second season and first started on December 6 , 1990 .


In the episode , the Simpsons go to a Monster truck rally that features famous daredevil Lance Murdock .

In this episode , the Simpsons go to a Monster truck [ rally ] that has famous daredevil `` Lance Murdock . ''


Series creator Matt Groening said that the episode is his favorite of the series , and it is also considered among the series ' best by television critics .

Series creator Matt Groening said that the episode is his favorite of the series , and it is also thought among the series 's best by television people .


The episode deals with Bart 's troubles with the bully , Nelson Muntz .

In this episode , Bart deals with his troubles with the school bully , Nelson Muntz .


`` Bart the General '' is the fifth episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' first season , which premiered on the Fox network on February 4 , 1990 .

`` Bart the General '' is the fifth full length episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' first season , which first started on the Fox network on February 4 , 1990 .


`` Bart the Genius '' is the second episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' first season , which originally aired on the Fox network on January 14 , 1990 .

`` Bart the Genius '' is the second episode of The Simpsons ' first season , which first started on the Fox network on January 14 , 1990 .


It marks the first use of Bart 's catchphrase `` Eat my shorts '' .

It is the first episode that uses Bart 's catchphrase `` Eat my shorts . ''


It was also the first ever episode to use the opening sequence , as well as the first regular episode .

It was also the first ever episode to use the signature title sequence , as well as the first normal episode .


`` Bart the Lover '' is the sixteenth episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' third season .

`` Bart the Lover '' is the sixteenth episode of The Simpsons ' third season .


`` Bart the Murderer '' is the fourth episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' third season .

`` Bart the Murderer '' is the fourth episode of The Simpsons third season .


The owner of the bar , mobster Fat Tony , hires Bart to work as its bartender .

The owner of the bar , mobster `` Fat Tony '' , hires Bart to work as its permanent bartender .


Bart is therefore cleared of all the charges .


In the episode , Bart stumbles upon the Mafia bar , Legitimate Businessman 's Social Club , after having a terrible day at school .

In this episode , Bart [ stumbles ] upon the `` Mafia bar , Legitimate Businessman 's Social Club '' , after having a bad day at school .


Bart vs. Thanksgiving `` Bart vs. Thanksgiving '' is the seventh episode of `` The Simpsons '' ' second season .

Bart vs. Thanksgiving `` Bart vs. Thanksgiving '' is the seventh episode of The Simpsons second season .


In the episode , Lisa makes a table centerpiece for the Thanksgiving dinner , which Bart accidentally destroys .

In this episode , Lisa makes a table centerpiece for the Thanksgiving dinner , which Bart destroys .


Bart returns home eventually and climbs to the roof of the Simpson family 's house , where he hears Lisa sobbing .

Bart returns home eventually and climbs to the roof of the Simpson family 's house , where he hears Lisa crying .


It originally aired on the Fox network in the United States on November 22 , 1990 .

It first started on the Fox network in the United States on November 22 , 1990 .


Bartholin 's glands secrete relatively minute amounts of fluid when a woman is sexually aroused .

Bartholin 's glands secrete relatively minute amounts ( one or two drops ) of fluid when a woman is sexually aroused .


Barton William `` Bart '' Bradley ( July 29 , 1930 - September 16 , 2006 ) was a Canadian ice hockey centre .

Barton William `` Bart '' Bradley ( July 29 , 1930 - September 16 , 2006 ) was a Canadian professional ice hockey centre .


Spells in the United States Hockey League for the Tulsa Oilers and the Pacific Coast Hockey League with the Tacoma Rockets was followed by a seven-year tenure in the Western Hockey League , beginning with the Rockets who only lasted one season .

He spent time in the United States Hockey League for the Tulsa Oilers and the Pacific Coast Hockey League with the Tacoma Rockets followed by a seven-year wikt : tenure in the Western Hockey League , beginning with the Rockets who only lasted one season .


He then had spells with the Seattle Bombers , New Westminster Royals , Victoria Cougars and the Seattle Americans .

He then spent time with the Seattle Bombers , New Westminster Royals , Victoria Cougars and the Seattle Americans .


It is the only genus in the family Bartonellaceae .

It is the only one in the family Bartonellaceae .


Bartonella is a genus of Gram-negative bacteria .


Bartın is a city in northern Turkey , the capital of the province of Bartın .


Blumberg died on April 5 , 2011 , shortly after giving the keynote speech at the International Lunar Research Park Exploratory Workshop held at NASA Ames Research Center .

He died on April 5 , 2011 a short while after he gave the keynote speech at the International Lunar Research Park Exploratory Workshop held at NASA Ames Research Center .


In 1942 he earned his B.S. at Columbia University School of General Studies .

He earned his B.S. at Columbia University School of General Studies in 1942 .


After going back to Venezuela , he emigrated to the U.S. in 1940 .

In 1940 , after he went back to Venezuela , he emigrated to the U.S. .


His brother is the well-known philosopher Paul Benacerraf .

Benacerraf 's brother is Paul Benacerraf , a well-known philosopher .


Baruj Benacerraf ( October 29 , 1920 -- August 2 , 2011 ) was a Venezuelan-born American immunologist , who shared the 1980 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the `` discovery of the major histocompatibility complex genes which encode cell surface protein molecules important for the immune system 's distinction between self and non-self '' .

Baruj Benacerraf ( October 29 , 1920 -- August 2 , 2011 ) was a Venezuelan-born American immunologist . Benacerraf won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1979 for his `` discovery of the major histocompatibility complex genes which encode cell surface protein molecules important for the immune system 's distinction between self and non-self '' .


Barłogi ( formerly German `` Berloge '' ) is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Bobrowice , within Krosno Odrzańskie County , Lubusz Voivodeship , in western Poland .

Barłogi ( formerly German `` Berloge '' ) is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Bobrowice within Krosno Odrzańskie County , Lubusz Voivodeship . It is in western Poland .


Even in the lamprey ( generally considered one of the most primitive of vertebrates ) , striatal , pallidal , and nigral elements can be identified on the basis of anatomy and histochemistry .

Even in the lamprey ( one of the most primitive vertebrates ) striatal , pallidal , and nigral elements can be identified by their anatomy and histochemistry .


On Earth , most basalt magmas have formed by decompression melting of the mantle .

On Earth , most basalt magmas have formed by melting of the mantle .


The crustal portions of oceanic tectonic plates are composed predominantly of basalt , produced from upwelling mantle below , the ocean ridges .

The crustal portions of oceanic tectonic plates are composed mostly of basalt , produced from upwelling mantle below mid-ocean ridges .


Intentional walks are a strategic defensive maneuver , commonly done to bypass one hitter for one the defensive team believes is less likely to initiate a run-scoring play ( e.g. , a home run , sacrifice fly , or RBI base hit ) . Teams also commonly use intentional walks to set up a double play or force out situation for the next batter .

Intentional walks are a strategic defensive maneuver , usually done to bypass one hitter for one the defensive team believes is less likely to initiate a run-scoring play ( e.g. , a home run , sacrifice fly , or RBI base hit ) , or to set up a double play or force out situation for the next batter .


They carry an obvious , inherent risk : they give the offensive team another runner on base , without any effort on their part , who could potentially score a run .

They do carry an inherent risk , however , as they give the offensive team another runner on base , without any effort on their part , who could potentially score a run .


As with any other walk , an intentional walk entitles the batter to first base without liability to be put out , and entitles any runners to advance if forced .

As with any other walk , an intentional walk entitles the batter to first base without being able to be put out , and entitles any runners to advance if forced .


A subset of the base on balls , an intentional base on balls ( IBB ) or intentional walk is when the pitcher deliberately pitches the ball away from the batter in order to issue a base on balls .

Another version of base on balls is called intentional base on balls ( IBB ) or intentional walk . This is when the pitcher deliberately pitches the ball away from the batter in order to issue a base on balls .


A baseball bat is a smooth wooden or metal club used in the sport of baseball to hit the ball after it is thrown by the pitcher .

A baseball bat is a smooth wooden or metal rod used in the game of baseball to hit the ball after the ball is thrown by the pitcher .


Developer Sean Forman had been a math professor at Saint Joseph 's University before taking on this project full-time .

Developer Sean Forman was a math professor at Saint Joseph 's University before working for this project full-time .


It has year-by-year team pages , a baseball encyclopedia ( the Bullpen , powered by MediaWiki software , using the GFDL ) , box scores and game logs from every MLB game back to and selected minor league player stats as far back as .

It has year-by-year team pages , a baseball encyclopedia ( the Bullpen , powered by MediaWiki software , using the GFDL ) , box scores and game logs from every MLB game back to 1954 and minor league player stats back to 1900 .


com is a website providing baseball statistics for every player in Major League Baseball history .

com is a website that lists statistics for every player in Major League Baseball history .


The website came online in April 2000 , after first being launched in February 2000 as part of the website for the `` Big Bad Baseball Annual '' .

The website came online in April 2000 . It had originally been published in February 2000 as part of the website for the `` Big Bad Baseball Annual '' .


In February 2009 , Fantasy Sports Ventures took a minority stake in Sports Reference LLC , the parent company of Baseball-Reference , for a `` low seven-figure sum '' .

In February 2009 , Fantasy Sports Ventures bought part of Sports Reference , the parent company of Baseball-Reference , for a `` low seven-figure sum '' .


It is a part of the Luzon Strait in the Pacific Ocean .

It is part of the Luzon Strait in the Pacific Ocean .


Bashkardi or Bashagerdi is a Southwestern Iranian language spoken in the southeast of Iran in the provinces of Kerman , Sistan and Baluchestan , and Hormozgan .

Bashkardi is a southwestern Iranian language spoken in the southeast of Iran in the provinces of Kerman , Sistan and Baluchestan , and Hormozgan .


Speakers . Speakers of Bashkir mostly live in the Russian republic of Bashkortostan .

Speakers of the Bashkir language mostly live in the Russian republic of Bashkortostan .


It behaves as an annual if there is any chance of a frost .

It behaves like an annual if there is any chance of a frost .


A similar story is told of the Longobard queen , Rosalind .

A similar story is told of the Longobard queen Rosalind .


Picking the leaves off the plant helps promote growth , largely because the plant responds by converting pairs of leaflets next to the topmost leaves into new stems .

Picking the leaves off the plant helps `` promote growth '' , largely because the plant responds by converting pairs of leaflets next to the topmost leaves into new stems .


The Chinese also use fresh or dried basils in soups and other foods .


Its flowers , when broken up , are a zesty salad condiment .

Its flowers , broken up , are a zesty salad condiment .


The ancient Egyptians and ancient Greeks believed it would open the gates of heaven for a person passing on .

The ancient Egyptians and ancient Greeks believed that it would open the gates of heaven for a person passing on .


It also thrives over the summertime in the central and northern United States , but dies out when temperatures reach freezing point . It will grow back the next year if allowed to go to seed .

It also thrives over the summertime in the central and northern United States , but dies out when temperatures reach freezing point , to grow again the next year if allowed to go to seed .


Once the plant is allowed to flower , it may produce seed pods containing small black seeds , which can be saved and planted the following year .

Once the plant is allowed to flower , it may produce seed pods containing small black seeds . These can be saved and planted the following year .


Because only the blooming stem is so affected , some stems can be pinched for leaf production , while others are left to bloom for decoration or seeds .

Because only the blooming stem is so affected , some can be pinched for leaf production , while others are left to bloom for decoration or seeds .


Lemon basil has a strong lemony smell and flavor very different from those of other varieties because it contains a chemical called citral .

` Lemon basil ' has a strong lemony smell and flavour very different from those of other varieties because it contains a chemical called citral .


Basil is one of the main ingredients in pesto -- a green Italian oil-and-herb sauce .

Basil is one of the main ingredients in pesto -- a green Italian oil-and-herb sauce from the city of Genoa .


In Europe , basil is placed in the hands of the dead to ensure a safe journey .

In Europe , they place basil in the hands of the dead to ensure a safe journey .


In Taiwan , people add fresh basil leaves to thick soups ( ) .

In Taiwan , people add fresh basil leaves into thick soups ( 羹湯 ; gēngtāng ) .


In Northern Europe , Canada , the northern states of the U.S. , and the South Island of New Zealand it will grow best if sown under glass in a peat pot , then planted out in late spring/early summer ( when there is little chance of a frost ) .

In Northern Europe , the northern states of the U.S. , and the South Island of New Zealand it will grow best if sown under glass in a peat pot . It can be planted out in late spring/early summer , when there is little risk of frost .


Basil can also be propagated very reliably from cuttings with the stems of short cuttings suspended for two weeks or so in water until roots develop .

Basil can also be propagated very reliably from cuttings in exactly the same manner as `` Busy Lizzie '' ( Impatiens ) , with the stems of short cuttings suspended for two weeks or so in water until roots develop .


Basil is very sensitive to cold , with best growth in hot , dry conditions .

Basil is very sensitive to cold . It is best grown in hot , dry conditions .


The dried herb also loses most of its flavor , and what little flavor remains tastes very different , with a weak coumarin flavor , like hay .

The dried herb also loses most of its flavour , and what little flavour remains tastes very different , with a weak coumarin flavour , like hay .


The Bulgarian Orthodox Church , Serbian Orthodox Church , Macedonian Orthodox Church and Romanian Orthodox Church use basil ( Bulgarian and Macedonian : '' босилек '' ; , ) to prepare holy water and pots of basil are often placed below church altars .

The Serbian Orthodox Church , Macedonian Orthodox Church and Romanian Orthodox Church use basil ( Macedonian : '' босилек '' ; Romanian : `` busuioc '' , Serbian : '' босиљак '' ) to prepare holy water and pots of basil are often placed below church altars .


However , basil represented hatred in ancient Greece , and European lore sometimes claims that basil is a symbol of Satan .

It is a symbol of love in present-day Italy , but represented hatred in ancient Greece , and European lore sometimes claims that basil is a symbol of Satan .


Yellow leaves towards the bottom of the plant are an indication that the plant has been stressed ; usually this means that it needs less water , or less or more fertilizer .

Yellow leaves towards the bottom of the plant are an indication that the plant needs more sunlight or less fertilizer .


Most of the Asian basils have a clove-like flavor that is , in general , stronger than the Mediterranean basils .

Most of the Asian basils have a clove-like flavour that is generally stronger than the Mediterranean basils .


Boccaccio 's tale is the source of John Keats ' poem `` Isabella or The Pot of Basil '' -- which in turn inspired the paintings Isabella ( Millais painting ) and Isabella and the Pot of Basil .

Boccaccio 's tale is the source of John Keats ' poem `` Isabella or The Pot of Basil '' .


Although basil grows best outdoors , it can be grown indoors in a pot and , like most herbs , will do best on an equator-facing windowsill .

Although basil will grow best outdoors , it can be grown indoors in a pot . Like most herbs , it will do best on a south-facing windowsill ( in the Northern Hemisphere ) .


While human effects are currently unstudied , extrapolation using body weight from the rodent experiments indicates that 100 -- 1000 times the normal anticipated exposure still probably produces a minimal cancer risk .

While human effects are currently unstudied , the rodent experiments indicate that it would take 100 -- 1000 times the normal anticipated exposure to become a cancer risk .


The flowers are small , white in color and arranged in a terminal spike .

The flowers are quite big . They are white in color and arranged as a spike .


Basil II ( , `` Vasileios II '' ; 958 -- 15 December 1025 ) was a Byzantine Emperor from the Macedonian dynasty who reigned from 10 January 976 to 15 December 1025 .

Basil II ( 958 -- December 15 1025 ) , was a Byzantine emperor from the Macedonian dynasty from January 10 976 to December 15 , 1025 .


Basildon is the largest town in the borough of Basildon in the county of Essex , England .

Basildon is a large town in Essex , England .


The Basilica Cistern ( ) , is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul ( that is formerly Constantinople ) , Turkey .

The Basilica Cistern is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns under the city of Istanbul ( formerly Constantinople ) , Turkey .


The cistern was used as a location for the 1963 James Bond film `` From Russia with Love '' .

The cistern was used for a James Bond movie `` From Russia with Love '' .


The Basilica di Santa Croce ( Basilica of the Holy Cross ) is the principal Franciscan church in Florence , Italy , and a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church .

The Basilica di Santa Croce ( Basilica of the Holy Cross ) is the main Franciscan church in Florence , Italy . It is a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church .


It is situated on the Piazza di Santa Croce , about 800 metres south-east of the Duomo .

It is situated on the Piazza di Santa Croce , about 800 metres south east of the Duomo .


The site , when first chosen , was in marshland outside the city walls .

When the site was chosen , it was a marshland outside the city walls .


Richard Owen wished to rename the creature Zeuglodon ( `` yoked tooth '' ) , but , per taxonomic rules , the creature 's first name remained permanent .

Richard Owen wanted to rename the creature Zeuglodon ( `` yoked tooth '' ) , but by taxonomic rules the creature 's first name remained permanent .


Basingstoke is often nicknamed `` Doughnut City '' or `` Roundabout City '' because of the number of large roundabouts .

Basingstoke is often nicknamed `` Doughnut City '' or `` Roundabout City '' due to the number of roundabouts .


It is part of the borough of Basingstoke and Deane and part of the parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke .

It is part of the borough of Basingstoke and Deane .


Basingstoke is a large town in northeast Hampshire , in south central England .

Basingstoke is a large town in Hampshire , England .


Often mistaken for a new town , Basingstoke is an old market town expanded in the 1960s as a result of a tripartite agreement between London County Council and Hampshire County Council .

Often mistaken for a `` new town '' , Basingstoke is an old market town expanded in the 1960s as part of a plan of London County Council , Hampshire County Council and Basingstoke Borough Council .


This was the last Olympic basketball tournament where NBA players were not allowed to participate , although professionals from other leagues were allowed to compete .

This was the last Olympic basketball tournament where NBA players were not allowed to participate . Professionals from other leagues were allowed to compete .


These were also the last Olympic basketball tournaments where the Soviets fielded a team , as the Soviet Union broke up prior to the 1992 Games .

These were also the last Olympic basketball tournaments where the Soviets fielded a team . This was because the Soviet Union broke up prior to the 1992 Games .


The United States won the gold medal in the women 's competition , thus repeating their performance from the 1984 tournament .

The United States won the gold medal in the women 's competition . This repeated their performance from the 1984 tournament .


Basketball courts come in different sizes and colors .

Basketball courts can be different sizes .


The Basque Wikipedia ( Euskarazko Wikipedia or `` Euskal Wikipedia '' in Basque ) is the Basque language edition of Wikipedia .

The Basque Wikipedia ( Euskarazko Wikipedia '' ' or `` Euskal Wikipedia '' in Basque ) is the Basque-language edition of Wikipedia .


It consists of five pure vowels , / i e a o u / .


Bassecourt is a former municipality in the district of Delémont in the canton of Jura in Switzerland .

Bassecourt is a municipality of the district of Delémont in the canton of Jura in Switzerland .


Bassenthwaite is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria , England .

Bassenthwaite is a village and civil parish in Allerdale , Cumbria , England .


The city was able to outbid the United States of America to host matches for the 2007 World Cricket Cup .

The city was able to outbid the United States of America , to host matches for the 2007 World Cricket Cup .


It is also the country 's main port of entry for both sea and air travel , as well as the road and rail transport hub .

It is also the country 's main port of entry , for both sea and air travel , as well as the road and rail transport hub .


There are specified industrial estates which carry out sub-sonic technology , food processing , light engineering , bass ( instrument ) engineering , and rum distilling .

There are specified industrial estates which carry out sub-sonic technology , food processing , light engineering , bass ( instrument ) engineering and rum distilling .


The city has 2 centres , at The Circus , which is geared towards tourism , and the Independence Square , which contains the cathedral , courthouse , and most of the older buildings .

The city has 2 centres , at The Circus , which is geared towards tourism purposes , and the Independence Square , which contains the cathedral , courthouse and most of the older buildings .


The city is also headquarters for the St Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank , the largest bank in the Eastern Caribbean , in terms of assets .

The city is also headquarters for the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank , the largest bank in the Eastern Caribbean , in terms of assets .


It is home to the headquarters of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank , as well as the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange , which lists securities for companies and corporations in the region .

It has the headquarters of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank , as well as the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange , which lists securities for companies and corporations in the region .


The speed limit in the city is everywhere , with special caution to be taken around school zones .

The speed limit in the city is 25 mi/h everywhere , with special caution to be taken around school zones .


The city is also a major Eastern Caribbean industrial centre ; its main exports being bass , electronics , beverages , apparel , and salt .

The city is also a major Eastern Caribbean industrial centre , its main exports being bass , electronics , beverages , clothing , and salt .


The city of Basseterre has established itself as a financial centre in the Eastern Caribbean .

The city of Basseterre is a financial centre in the Eastern Caribbean .


Geographically , the `` Basseterre '' port is located at , on the south western coast of Saint Kitts Island , and it is one of the chief commercial depots of the Leeward Islands .

`` Basseterre '' port is at , on the south western coast of Saint Kitts Island . It is one of the chief commercial depots of the Leeward Islands .


The Anglican , also called the `` Church of England '' has the largest number of members , followed by the Methodist .

The Anglican , or `` Church of England '' has the most members , followed by the Methodist .


The city has four secondary schools , two of which are government-owned , and two are private schools .

The city has four secondary schools , two of which are government owned , and two are private schools .


Port Zante , located in the centre of the bay , lies on of land reclaimed from the sea in 1995 .

Port Zante , in the centre of the bay , is on 15 acre of land reclaimed from the sea in 1995 .


The city of Basseterre skirts a bay on the southwestern shore of St. Kitts , Basseterre Bay .

The city of Basseterre is on a 2 mi bay on the southwestern shore of St. Kitts , Basseterre Bay .


The once dominating sugar industry closed in 2005 .


It has four main streets running west to east , and they are listed here in sequence from south to north : Bay Road , Liverpool Row , Central Street , and Cayon Street .

It has four main streets running east-west : Bay Road , Liverpool Row , Central Street and Cayon Street .


Basseux is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in northern France .

Basseux is a commune . It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais in the Pas-de-Calais department in the north of France .


This little port was called Porto Cardo , meaning `` the port of Cardo . ''

This little port was called Porto Cardo , which means `` the port of Cardo . ''


Bastia is the principal port of the island and its principal commercial town , especially famous for its wines .

Bastia is the main port of the island and its principal commercial town .


Bastian Schweinsteiger made his international debut in 2004 in a friendly against Hungary .


Bastian Schweinsteiger ( ) ( born 1 August 1984 ) is a German professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for English club Manchester United and the Germany national team .

Bastian Schweinsteiger ( born 1 August 1984 , in Kolbermoor , Germany ) is a German football player . He plays as midfielder for Manchester United and the Germany national team .


An old wives ' tale has it that bats will entangle themselves in people 's hair .

An old wives ' tale says that bats will entangle themselves in people 's hair .


Batabanó is a municipality and town in the Mayabeque Province of Cuba .

Batabanó is a municipality and city in the La Habana Province of Cuba .


Bates College is a private liberal arts college located in Lewiston , Maine , in the United States .

Bates College is an American liberal arts college in Lewiston , Maine , in the United States .


Initially , Bathilde was considered as a possible bride for a distant cousin , Ferdinand , Duke of Parma , the favourite grandson of King Louis XV of France . However , that marriage never materialised .

Initially , Bathilde was considered as a possible bride for a distant cousin , Ferdinand , Duke of Parma , the favourite grandson of King Louis XV of France , however , that marriage never materialised .


As the `` Ancien Régime '' crumbled , she took the name , `` Citoyenne Vérité '' '' ( Citizeness Truth ) '' .

As the `` Ancien Régime '' crumbled , she took the name , `` Citoyenne Vérité '' , `` Citizeness Truth '' .


In 1804 , she learned that Napoléon I , whom she had admired , had had her son , Louis Antoine , Duke of Enghien , kidnapped , and executed by firing squad in the moat of the Château de Vincennes .

In 1804 , she learned that Napoléon I , whom she admired , had had her only son , Louis Antoine , Duke of Enghien , kidnapped , and executed by firing squad in the moat of the Château de Vincennes .


In 1815 , at the start of the Bourbon Restoration , Louis XVIII traded with her the Hôtel Matignon for the Élysée Palace .

In 1815 , at the start of the Bourbon Restoration , she returned to France . Louis XVIII traded with her the Hôtel Matignon for the Élysée Palace .


Miraculously spared during the Reign of Terror , Bathilde was liberated during the Thermidorian Reaction and returned to her Élysée residence in Paris .

Miraculously spared during the Reign of Terror , Bathilde was freed during the Thermidorian Reaction and returned to her Élysée residence in Paris .


Bathilde d'Orléans ( Louise Marie Thérèse Bathilde ; 9 July 1750 -- 10 January 1822 ) was a French princess of the blood of the House of Orléans .

Bathilde d'Orléans ( Louise Marie Thérèse Bathilde ; 9 July 1750 -- 10 January 1822 ) , was a French princess .


As a separated spouse , she was never received at court and was forced to reorganise her life in the gilded solitude of the Château de Chantilly .

As a separated spouse , she was never received at court and was forced to reorganise her life at the Château de Chantilly .


Bathurst is a regional city in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales , Australia .

Bathurst is a city in the state of New South Wales , Australia .


Originally , bathymetry involved the measurement of ocean depth through depth sounding .

Originally , bathymetry involved the measurement of ocean depth through sounding .


Early techniques used pre-measured heavy rope or cable lowered over a ship 's side .

Early techniques used heavy rope or cable lowered over a ship 's side .


Bathymetry is the study of underwater depth of lake or ocean floors .

Bathymetry is the study of the underwater terrain of lakes or ocean floors .


The Penguin takes it on a devastating rampage , but Batman regains control over it and escapes death .

Penguin takes it on a devastating rampage but Batman regains control over it , escaping death .


Batophila aerata is a species of Chrysomelidae family , that is common in South England , France , Corsica , Germany , Italy , Slovenia , Greece , Spain , Algeria , Morocco , Tunisia .

Batophila aerata is a species of leaf beetle . It is common in southern England , France , Corsica , Germany , Italy , Slovenia , Greece , Spain , Algeria , Morocco and Tunisia .


It has geographical borders with Kohistan District , the Tribal Area of Kala Dhaka ( Black Mountain of Hazara ) , Shangla District and Malakand Division .

It has geographical borders with Kohistan District , Tribal Area of Kala Dhaka ( Black Mountain of Hazara ) , Shangla District and Malakand Division .


Battagram obtained the status of district in July 1993 when it was upgraded from a Tehsil and separated from Mansehra District .

Battagram obtained the status of district in July 1993 when it was upgraded from a Tehsil and separated from Mansehra District by an executive order .


With repeated blows , the cracks would grow steadily until a hole was created .

With many blows , the cracks would grow steadily until a hole was created .


Inside the canopy , the log was swung from suspensory chains or ropes .

Inside the canopy , the log was swung from chains or ropes .


Later rams encased the log in an arrow-proof , fire-resistant canopy mounted on wheels .

Later rams were covered in the log with an arrow-proof , fire-resistant canopy mounted on wheels .


Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is the United Kingdom 's oldest and most famous home for dogs and cats and is situated in the Battersea area of London , England .

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is the United Kingdom 's oldest and most famous home for dogs and cats . It is in the Battersea area of London , England .


Battery Park City is owned and managed by the Hugh L. Carey Battery Park City Authority ( BPCA ) , a Class A public-benefit corporation created by New York State under the authority of the Urban Development Corporation .

Battery Park City is owned and managed by the Battery Park City Authority ( BPCA ) , a public-benefit corporation created by New York State under the authority of the Urban Development Corporation .


The neighborhood , which is the site of Brookfield Place ( formerly the World Financial Center ) , along with numerous buildings designed for housing , commercial , and retail , is named for adjacent Battery Park .

The neighborhood , which is the site of the World Financial Center along with many housing , commercial , and retail buildings , is named for adjacent Battery Park .


The land in Lower Manhattan upon which it stands was created by land reclamation on the Hudson River using over 3 million cubic yards of soil and rock excavated during the construction of the World Trade Center , the New York City Water Tunnel , and certain other construction projects , as well as from sand dredged from New York Harbor off Staten Island .

The land upon which it stands was created on the Hudson River using 1.2 million cubic yards ( 917,000 m3 ) of dirt and rocks excavated during the construction of the World Trade Center and certain other construction projects , as well as from sand dredged from New York Harbor off Staten Island .


In baseball , the batting average ( BA ) is defined by the number of hits divided by at bats .

In baseball , the batting average ( BA ) is defined as the number of hits divided by at bats .


In cricket , a player 's batting average is the total number of runs he has scored divided by the number of times he has been out .

In cricket , a batsman 's average is the total number of runs he has scored divided by the number of times he has been got out .


In baseball , the batting order or batting lineup is the sequence in which the nine members of the offense take their turns in batting against the pitcher .

The batting order , or batting lineup , in baseball is an when nine members of the offense take their turns in batting against the pitcher in an order .


In several areas , German defenses were over deep .

In several areas , German defenses were over 10 mi deep .


Also on February 18 while returning to Anzio the light cruiser was struck by two torpedoes and sunk with a loss of 417 men .

Also on February 18 while returning to Anzio the light cruiser HMS `` Penelope '' was struck by two torpedoes and sunk with a loss of 417 men .


Further troop movements including the arrival of U.S. 45th Infantry Division and U.S. 1st Armored Division , brought Allied forces total on the beachhead to 69,000 men , 508 guns and 208 tanks by January 29 , whilst the total defending Germans had risen to 71,500 .

The arrival of U.S. 45th Infantry Division and U.S. 1st Armored Division , brought Allied forces total on the beach to 69,000 men , 508 guns and 208 tanks by January 29 . The total defending Germans had risen to 71,500 .


In March , the 2nd Italian SS `` Vendetta '' Battalion and 29th Italian SS Rifle Battalion were sent to fight against the Anglo-American forces at the Anzio/Nettuno beachhead .

In March , the 2nd Italian SS `` Vendetta '' Battalion and 29th Italian SS Rifle Battalion were sent to fight against the Allied forces at the Anzio/Nettuno beach .


In March , U.S. 34th Infantry Division and in early May , U.S. 36th Infantry Division had arrived at Anzio .

In May , U.S. 36th Infantry Division had arrived at Anzio .


The performance of the Spitfire over Dunkirk came as a surprise to the `` Jagdwaffe '' , although the German pilots retained a strong belief that the 109 was the superior fighter .

The performance of the Spitfire over Dunkirk came as a surprise , although the German pilots retained a strong belief that the 109 was the superior fighter .


The first official deployment of 12 Group 's Lee-Mallory 's Big Wing took twenty minutes to form up , missing its intended target , but encountering another formation of bombers while still climbing .

12 Group 's Big Wing took twenty minutes to gain formation , missing its intended target , but coming across another formation of bombers while still climbing .


The Luftwaffe began to abandon their morning raids , with attacks on London starting late in the afternoon for fifty-seven consecutive nights .

The `` Luftwaffe '' began to abandon their morning raids , with attacks on London starting late in the afternoon for 57 nights of attacks in a row .


During the battle , Mortimer was captured by the Welsh .


After two assaults on the colonial positions were repulsed with significant British casualties , the third and final attack carried the redoubt after the defenders ran out of ammunition .

After two assaults on the colonial lines were repulsed with significant British casualties , the British finally captured the positions on the third assault , after the defenders in the redoubt ran out of ammunition .


On June 13 , 1775 , the leaders of the colonial forces besieging Boston learned that the British were planning to send troops out from the city to fortify the unoccupied hills surrounding the city , giving them control of Boston Harbour .

On June 13 , 1775 , the leaders of the colonial forces besieging Boston learned that the British generals were planning to send troops out from the city to occupy the unoccupied hills around the city .


The 1st Battalion commander -- Major Dobson -- personally knocked out one tank by shooting the commander with his pistol , climbing atop the tank , and dropping a white phosphorus grenade down the hatch .

The 1st Battalion commander -- Major Dobson -- attacked one tank by shooting the commander with his pistol , and dropping a white phosphorus grenade into the tank .


At this point the Rangers were attacked by strong German forces of the 715th Motorized Infantry Division and Herman Göring Panzer Division , including at least seventeen German Panzer IV tanks .

They included the 715th Motorized Infantry Division and Herman Göring Panzer Division , including seventeen German Panzer IV tanks .


When the British moved against the defenses , the southern and western American defenses fell quickly .

When the attack did begin , the southern and western American defenses fell quickly .


A total of 59 Americans were killed and 2,837 were taken as prisoners of war .

A total of 59 Americans were killed and 2,837 became prisoners of the British .


The Battle of Fort Washington was a battle fought in New York on November 16 , 1776 during the American Revolutionary War between the United States and Great Britain .

The Battle of Fort Washington was one of the many battles fought in the American Revolutionary War between the United States and Great Britain that took place on 16 November 1776 .


Fighting was heavy , and the Battle of Gemmano has been called the `` Cassino of the Adriatic '' by some historians .

Fighting was heavy . The Battle of Gemmano has been called the `` Cassino of the Adriatic '' by some historians .


It consisted of a series of four British attacks between 4 September to 15 September 1944 , on the German defences in and around the village of Gemmano .

It consisted of a series of four British attacks between 4 September to 15 September 1944 . The British attacked the German defences in and around the village of Gemmano .


The Battle of Gemmano was fought between the German and Allied forces in World War II .

The Battle of Gemmano was a battle fought between the German and Allied forces in World War II .


It was part of the Allies ' Operation Olive , the offensive in August 1944 on the Gothic Line , the German line of defence in the Apennines in northern Italy .

It was part of the Allies ' Operation Olive , the attack in August 1944 on the Gothic Line . This was the German line of defence in the Apennines in northern Italy .


The Battle of Glorieta Pass , fought from March 26 to 28 , 1862 in northern New Mexico Territory , was the decisive battle of the New Mexico Campaign during the American Civil War .

The Battle of Glorieta Pass was a battle during the American Civil War . It was fought in New Mexico Territory on 28 March 1862 .


Although the Confederates were able to push the Union force back through the pass , they had to retreat when their supply train was destroyed and most of their horses and mules killed or driven off .

The Confederates were able to push the Union force back through the pass . However , the Confederates had to when their supply train was destroyed and most of their horses were run off .


The First Battle of Guam was an engagement during the Pacific War in World War II , and took place on 8 December 1941 on Guam in the Mariana Islands between the Empire of Japan and the United States .

The First Battle of Guam was a battle fought during the Pacific War in World War II . It took place on 8 December 1941 on Guam in the Mariana Islands .


The commander of the Finnish II Corps , General Harald Öhquist , had attached the Jaeger Battalion 3 and the 4th company of the Armoured Battalion to the 23rd Division .

The commander of the Finnish II Corps , General Harald Öhquist , had put the Jaeger Battalion 3 with the 4th company of the Armoured Battalion and the 23rd Division .


The battle caused the deaths of one NCO while injuring two officers and two NCOs ; three privates were reported missing in action .

The battle caused the deaths of one NCO . Two officers and two NCOs were injured .


`` Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima '' is a historic photograph taken on 23 February 1945 by Joe Rosenthal .

`` Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima '' is a photograph taken on 23 February 1945 by Joe Rosenthal .


Only 216 were captured during the course of battle .

Only 216 were captured during the battle .


This made it difficult for American units to destroy a Japanese artillery piece .

This made it difficult for American units to destroy Japanese artillery .


The United States M2 flamethrower was heavily used in the Pacific .

A weapon heavily used in the Pacific was the United States M2 flamethrower .


There were also about 5,000 gunners and naval infantry .

Also he had about 5,000 gunners and naval infantry .


The commander of the Japanese garrison on Chichi Jima was placed nominally in command of Army and Navy units in the Volcano Islands .

The commander of the Japanese group on Chichi Jima was placed in command of Army and Navy units in the Volcano Islands .


Remaining under the command of Kuribayashi was the equivalent of eight infantry battalions , a tank regiment , and two artillery and three heavy mortar battalions .

Kuribayashi had eight infantry battalions , a tank regiment , and two artillery and three heavy mortar battalions .


Because all civilians had been evacuated , there were no civilian casualties at Iwo Jima , unlike at Saipan and Okinawa .

Because all civilians had been removed , there were no civilian casualties at Iwo Jima , unlike at Saipan and Okinawa .


On the evening of 8 March , Captain Samaji Inouye and his 1,000 men charged the American lines , inflicting 347 casualties ( 90 deaths ) .

On the evening of 8 March , Captain Samaji Inouye and his 1,000 men attacked the American . This caused 347 casualties ( 90 deaths ) .


On 19 February 1985 , the 40th anniversary of the landings on Iwo Jima , an event called the `` Reunion of Honor '' was held ( the event has been held annually since 2002 ) .

On 19 February 1985 , the 40th anniversary of the landings , an event called the Reunion of Honor was held .


The United States Navy has commissioned several ships of the name .

The United States Navy has several ships of the name USS `` Iwo Jima '' .


The Japanese on Iwo Jima had radar and were thus able to notify their comrades at home of incoming B-29 Superfortresses flying from the Mariana Islands .

The Japanese on Iwo Jima had radar and could notify Japanese forces at home of B-29 Superfortresses flying from the Mariana Islands .


The Battle of Lewes was one of two main battles of the conflict known as the Second Barons ' War .

It was one of two main battles of the conflict known as the Second Barons ' War .


On August 22 the British landed on the shores of Gravesend Bay in southwest Kings County , across The Narrows from Staten Island and more than a dozen miles south from the established East River crossings to Manhattan .

On August 22 , the British landed on the shores of Gravesend Bay in southwest Kings County , across The Narrows from Staten Island , more than 12 miles ( 20 km ) south from the East River crossings to Manhattan .


The hoplites ' ash spears , rather than shivering ... could instead stab and stab again , and those of the enemy who avoided their fearful jabbing might easily be crushed to death beneath the sheer weight of the advancing men of bronze . ''


Holland provides an evocative description : The enemy directly in their path ... realised to their horror that [ the Athenians ] , far from providing the easy pickings for their bowmen , as they had first imagined , were not going to be halted ... The impact was devastating .

Holland provides an evocative description : `` The enemy directly in their path ... realised to their horror that [ the Athenians ] , far from providing the easy pickings for their bowmen , as they had first imagined , were not going to be halted ... The impact was devastating .


The Athenian wings quickly routed the inferior Persian levies on the flanks , before turning inwards to surround the Persian centre , which had been more successful against the thin Greek centre .

The Athenian wings quickly routed the inferior Persian levies ( conscripted troops ) on the flanks , before turning inwards to surround the Persian centre , which had been more successful against the thin Greek centre .


Passing through the hail of arrows launched by the Persian army , protected for the most part by their armour , the Greek line finally collided with the enemy army .

Passing through the hail of arrows , protected for the most part by their armour , the Greek line finally collided with the enemy army .


John Stuart Mill 's famous opinion was that `` the Battle of Marathon , even as an event in British history , is more important than the Battle of Hastings '' .

John Stuart Mill suggested that `` the Battle of Marathon , even as an event in British history , is more important than the Battle of Hastings '' .


Herodotus records that 6,400 Persian bodies were counted on the battlefield , and it is unknown how many more perished in the swamps .

Herodotus records that 6,400 Persian bodies were counted on the battlefield . It is unknown how many more died in the swamps .


Some , unaware of the local terrain , ran towards the swamps where unknown numbers drowned . The Athenians pursued the Persians back to their ships , and managed to capture seven ships , though the majority were able to launch successfully .

Some , unaware of the local terrain , ran towards the swamps where unknown numbers drowned.p71 The Athenians pursued the Persians back to their ships , and managed to capture seven ships , though most were able to launch .


Around noon of December 17 , 1864 , Breckinridge 's men mounted their horses and rode towards Marion .

Around noon of December 17 , 1864 , Breckinridge 's men mounted their horses rode toward Marion .


The unexpected fighting capabilities of the small Confederate force had temporarily created a reprieve for the salt works .

The unexpected fighting capabilities of the small Confederate army had temporarily created a reprieve for the salt works .


Most of the companies had been transferred to the Army of Northern Virginia to help in the defense of Richmond .

Most of the army had been transferred to the Army of Northern Virginia to help in the defense of Richmond .


Meanwhile , Stoneman sent some of his Tennessee regiments to Wytheville to destroy anything that looked valuable .

Meanwhile , General Stoneman sent some of his Tennessee regiments to Wytheville , Virginia to destroy anything that looked valuable .


The next day , Stoneman and his cavalry went into camp at Glade Spring , Virginia , which was approximately west of Marion .

The next day , Stoneman and his cavalry went into camp at Glade Spring , Virginia , which was about 13 mi west of Marion .


The number of men wounded and killed had depleted his troops to a point that he judged that he could no longer hold back the Union forces at his front lines .

The number of men wounded and killed had depleted his army to the point that he could judged that he could no longer hold back the Union army at the front lines .


Finding their own path to Saltville 's defenses blocked , Breckinridge and his men retreated further south , while a Union company advanced .

Finding their own path to Saltville 's defenses blocked , Breckinridge and his men retreated further south , while the Union raiders advanced .


The Union commanders then ordered another charge with a cavalry regiment that reinforced the Union infantry .

The Union army then ordered another charge with a large cavalry regiment that reinforced the Union infantry .


Ammunition in the camp was also dwindling ; each man had no more than ten cartridges apiece .

Ammunition in the camp was also running low ; each man had no more than ten cartridges apiece .


His command consisted of approximately 1,000 regular troops with another 500 militia in reserve .

Breckinridge 's command consisted of approximately 1,000 regular troops with another 500 militia reserves .


Saltville fell to a night attack on December 20 -- 21 and the salt works were destroyed by the Union forces .

Saltville would fall to a night attack on December 20 - December 21 and the salt works would be destroyed by the Union army .


Breckinridge 's front regiment was the 10th Kentucky Mounted Rifles , under the command of Col. Benjamin Caudill .

General Breckinridge 's front regiment was the 10th Kentucky Mounted Rifles , under the command of Colonel Benjamin Caudill .


With their supplies destroyed by Stoneman 's troops at the towns of Wytheville and Abingdon , there was little hope of being resupplied or reinforced in the near future .

With their supplies destroyed by Stoneman 's army at the towns of Wytheville and Abingdon , there was little hope of being resupplied or reinforced in time .


Seeing this , Col. Giltner sent his regiment to reinforce Duke .

Seeing this , Colonel Giltner sent his regiment to reinforce Duke .


Stoneman also sent two regiments of cavalry to destroy the lead mines and smelting facilities that were located about from Wytheville .

Stoneman also sent two regiments of cavalry to destroy the lead mines and smelting facilities that were about ten miles ( 16 km ) from Wytheville .


Breckinridge ordered his field officers to inspect the troops and to report back with the condition of his troops .

Breckinridge ordered his field officers to make an inspection of the troops and to report back with the condition of his army .


Duke and Witcher then combined forces and charged the Union 's extreme left flank , inflicting significant damage on a Union colored regiment .

Duke and Witcher then combined forces and charged the Union 's extreme left flank . This Union colored regiment was also completely routed .


On the far right , Duke was pressed hard by columns of attacking Union soldiers .

On the far right , General Duke was being pressed hard by the heavy columns of attacking soldiers .


As the rest of Breckinridge 's troops began to arrive on the scene , Stoneman 's soldiers secured elevated positions overlooking the river .

As the rest of Breckinridge 's troops began to arrive on the scene , General Stoneman 's men secured the high hill overlooking the river .


The Battle of Miani ( or Battle of Meeanee ) was a battle between British forces under Sir Charles Napier and the Talpur Amirs of Sindh , of today 's Pakistan . The Battle took place on 17 February 1843 at Miani , Sindh in what is now Pakistan .

The Battle of Miani ( February 17 , 1843 ) was a battle between British forces under Sir Charles Napier and the Talpur rulers of Sindh ( now a province of Pakistan ) .


Rear Admiral Tamon Yamaguchi , leading Carrier Division 2 ( `` Hiryū '' and `` Sōryū '' ) , recommended that Nagumo strike immediately with the forces at hand : 18 Aichi D3A1 dive bombers each on `` Sōryū '' and `` Hiryū '' , and half the ready cover patrol aircraft .

Rear Admiral Tamon Yamaguchi , leading Carrier Division 2 ( `` Hiryū '' and `` Sōryū '' ) , recommended that Nagumo strike with the forces at hand : 18 Aichi D3A1 dive bombers each on `` Sōryū '' and `` Hiryū '' , and half the cover patrol aircraft .


During the Battle of the Coral Sea one month earlier , the Japanese light carrier `` Shōhō '' had been sunk and the fleet carrier had sustained three bomb hits , and was in drydock undergoing repairs .

During the Battle of the Coral Sea one month earlier , the Japanese light carrier `` Shōhō '' had been sunk and the fleet carrier `` Shōkaku '' had three bomb hits , and was in drydock undergoing repairs .


The Battle of Midway has often been called `` the turning point of the Pacific '' .

The Battle of Midway has been called `` the turning point of the Pacific '' .


Parshall and Tully , however , have stated that the losses in veteran aircrew , while heavy ( 110 , just under 25 % of the aircrew embarked on the four carriers ) , were not crippling to the Japanese naval air-corps as a whole ; the Japanese navy had some 2,000 carrier-qualified aircrew at the start of the Pacific war .

Parshall and Tully , however , have stated that the losses in veteran aircrew , while heavy ( 110 , just under 25 % of the aircrew embarked on the four carriers ) , were not as bad for the Japanese naval air-corps as a whole . The Japanese navy had 2,000 carrier-qualified aircrew at the start of the Pacific war .


By contrast , Yamamoto and Kondo had between them two light carriers , five battleships , four heavy cruisers , and two light cruisers , none of which would see any action at Midway .

By contrast , the flotillas of Yamamoto and Kondo had between them two light carriers , five battleships , and six cruisers , `` none of which saw any action at Midway '' .


It was the Allies ' first major victory against the Japanese .

Midway was the Allies ' first major victory against the Japanese .


Three hours later , they found the Japanese Tanaka 's transport group to the west .

Three hours later , they found the Japanese Tanaka 's transport group 570 nmi to the west .


Despite `` Hiryū '' being defended by a strong cover of more than a dozen Zero fighters , the attack by `` Enterprise '' was successful : four , possibly five bombs hit `` Hiryū '' , leaving her ablaze and unable to operate aircraft .

Despite `` Hiryū '' being defended by more than a dozen Zero fighters , the attack by `` Enterprise '' was successful : four , possibly five bombs hit `` Hiryū '' , leaving her on fire and unable to operate aircraft .


The new carriers being built were redesigned to incorporate only two flight deck elevators and new firefighting equipment .

The new carriers being built with only two flight deck elevators and new firefighting equipment .


After the battle and were the only large carriers of the original Pearl Harbor strike force left for offensive actions .

After the battle `` Shōkaku '' and `` Zuikaku '' were the only large carriers of the original Pearl Harbor strike-force left for offensive actions .


It was intended only for the highest echelons in the Japanese Navy and government , and was guarded closely throughout the war .

It was intended only for the highest officers in the Japanese Navy and government . It was guarded closely throughout the war .


Admiral Fletcher ( commanding the `` Yorktown '' task force ) along with Captain Elliott Buckmaster ( `` Yorktown '' 's commanding officer ) and their staffs had acquired first-hand experience in organizing and launching a full strike against an enemy force in the Coral Sea , but there was no time to pass these lessons on to `` Enterprise '' and `` Hornet '' which were tasked with launching the first strike .

Admiral Fletcher , commanding the `` Yorktown '' task force , along with Captain Elliott Buckmaster , `` Yorktown '' 's commanding officer , and their staffs had experience in doing a full strike against an enemy force in the Coral Sea . But they could not pass on what they had learned to `` Enterprise '' and `` Hornet '' which were ordered to launch the first strike .


The greater number of USN aviators survived the Battle of Midway and subsequent battles of 1942 , and combined with growing pilot training programs , the US accumulated a large number of skilled pilots to complement its material advantages in ships and planes .

The greater number of USN aviators survived the Battle of Midway and subsequent battles of 1942 , and combined with growing pilot training programs , the US had many skilled pilots .


The attack was unsuccessful and at around 06:00 he finally reported two westbound `` Mogami '' - class cruisers , before diving again and playing no further role in the battle .

The attack was unsuccessful , and at around 06:00 he finally reported two westbound `` Mogami '' - class cruisers .


More carrier crew members were trained in damage-control and firefighting techniques , although the losses later in the war of , ' , and especially ' suggest that there were still problems in this area .

More carrier crew members were trained in damage-control and firefighting techniques . The losses later in the war of `` Shōkaku '' , ` Hiyō ' , and ` Taihō ' showed that there were still problems in this area .


The Japanese public and much of the military command structure were kept in the dark about the extent of the defeat : Japanese news announced a great victory .

The Japanese public , and much of the military , were not told about the defeat : Japanese news announced a great victory .


Historian Samuel E. Morison noted in 1949 that Spruance was subjected to much criticism for not pursuing the retreating Japanese , thus allowing their surface fleet to escape .

Historian Samuel E. Morison wrote in 1949 that Spruance was criticized for not pursuing the retreating Japanese , allowing their fleet to escape .


For instance , Navy cryptanalysis made possible the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto 's airplane .

Navy code breaking made possible the shooting down of Admiral Yamamoto 's airplane .


At 02:15 on the night of 5/6 June , Commander John Murphy 's , lying some west of Midway , made the second of the submarine force 's two major contributions to the battle 's outcome , although its impact was heavily blunted by Murphy himself .

At 02:15 on the night of 5/6 June , Commander John Murphy 's `` Tambor '' , in the water 90 nmi west of Midway , made the second of the submarine force 's major contributions to the battle 's outcome .


At about 09:00 on 3 June , Ensign Jack Reid , piloting a PBY from US Navy patrol squadron VP-44 , spotted the Japanese Occupation Force some to the west-southwest of Midway .

At about 09:00 on 3 June , a PBY from US Navy patrol squadron VP-44 , spotted the Japanese Occupation Force 500 nmi to the west-southwest of Midway .


By the time of the Battle of the Philippine Sea , the Japanese had nearly rebuilt their carrier forces in terms of numbers , but their planes , many of which were obsolescent , were largely flown by inexperienced and poorly trained pilots .

By the time of the Battle of the Philippine Sea , while the Japanese had somewhat rebuilt their carrier forces , the planes were flown by inexperienced pilots .


The damage also forced Admiral Fletcher to move his command staff to the heavy cruiser .

Admiral Fletcher moved his command staff to the heavy cruiser `` Astoria '' .


Chūichi Nagumo 's detailed battle report was submitted to the high command on 15 June .

Nagumo 's battle report was given to the high command on 15 June .


The Takeda forces attacked the castle because it threatened Takeda 's supply lines .

The Takeda attacked the castle because it threatened supply lines .


The Battle of Nagashino and the last years of the Takeda clan are dramatized in Akira Kurosawa 's 1980 film `` Kagemusha '' ( Shadow Warrior ) .

The Battle of Nagashino and the last years of the Takeda clan are dramatised in Akira Kurosawa 's 1980 movie `` Kagemusha '' ( Shadow Warrior ) .


Oda Nobunaga 's innovation was the wooden stockades and rotating volleys of fire which led to a decisive victory at Nagashino .

His tactical innovation was the wooden stockades and rotating volleys of fire which led to a decisive victory at Nagashino .


Japanese air opposition had been relatively light during the first few days after the landings .

Japanese air attacks had been light during the first few days after the landings .


During the period 26 March-30 April , 20 American ships were sunk and 157 damaged by enemy action .

From 26 March-30 April , 20 American ships were sunk and 157 damaged .


However , on 6 April the expected air reaction began with an attack by 400 planes from Kyushu .

However , on 6 April , there was an attack by 400 planes from Kyushu .


For their part , the Japanese had lost up to 30 April more than 1,100 planes in the battle to Allied naval forces alone .

The Japanese had lost up to 30 April more than 1,100 planes in the battle .


The British further used this revenue to increase their military might and push the other European colonial powers such as the Dutch and the French out of South Asia , thus expanding the British Empire in Asia .

The British used this revenue to increase their military power . They pushed the other European colonial powers such as the Dutch and the French out of South Asia .


The belligerents were Nawab Siraj-ud-daulah , the last independent Nawab of Bengal , and the British East India Company .

The battle was between Siraj-ud-daulah , the last independent Nawab of Bengal , and the British East India Company .


The British sent reinforcements under Colonel Robert Clive and Admiral Charles Watson from Madras to Bengal and recaptured Calcutta .

The British sent more soldiers under Colonel Robert Clive and Admiral Charles Watson from Madras to Bengal . The British retook control of Calcutta .


It took place in 479 BC near the city of Plataea in Boeotia , and was fought between an alliance of the Greek city-states , including Sparta , Athens , Corinth and Megara , and the Persian Empire of Xerxes I .

The battle was in 479 BC near the city of Plataea in Boeotia . It was fought between the Greek allies ( the city-states , of Sparta , Athens , Corinth and Megara ) , and the Persian Empire of Xerxes I .


The previous year the Persian invasion force , led by the Persian king in person , had scored victories at the battles of Thermopylae and Artemisium and conquered Thessaly , Boeotia , Euboea and Attica .

The previous year , the Persian invasion force , led by the Xerxes in person , won the Battles of Thermopylae and Artemisium , and conquered Thessaly , Boeotia and Attica .


In the ensuing Battle of Englefield many of the Danes were killed , and the rest driven back to Reading .

In the Battle of Englefield many of the Danes were killed , and the rest driven back to Reading .


Both battle and campaign are described in the `` Anglo-Saxon Chronicle '' , and this account provides the earliest known written record of the existence of the town of Reading .

Both the battle and the campaign it was a part of are described in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle . This account provides the earliest known written record of the existence of the town of Reading .


Once the airfield was taken the 3rd Greek Mountain Brigade turned its attention towards Rimini itself .

Once the airfield was taken the 3rd Greek Mountain Brigade turned towards Rimini .


On the morning of 21 September the 2nd Greek Battalion reached the city centre via the Ausa River and raised the Greek flag on the balcony of the municipal building .

On the morning of 21 September , the 2nd Greek Battalion reached the city and raised the Greek flag on the municipal building .


Rimini , which had been hit previously by air raids , had 1,470,000 rounds fired against it by allied land forces .

Rimini had 1,470,000 rounds fired against it by allied forces .


Of the 210,000 Germans , 10,000 remained to fight on , 105,000 surrendered , 35,000 left by air and the remaining 60,000 died .

Of the 210,000 Germans surrounded , 10,000 remained to fight , 105,000 surrendered , 35,000 left by air and the remaining 60,000 died .


On 5 September , the Soviet 24th and 66th Armies organized a massive attack against XIV Panzer Corps .

On 5 September , the Soviet 24th and 66th Armies organized an attack against XIV Panzer Corps .


A handful of senior officers were taken to Moscow and used for propaganda purposes , and some of them joined the National Committee for a Free Germany .

Some senior officers were taken to Moscow and used for propaganda purposes . Some of them joined the National Committee for a Free Germany .


The forces under 6th Army were almost twice as large as a regular German army unit , plus there was also a corps of the 4th Panzer Army trapped in the pocket .

The forces under 6th Army were almost twice as large as a regular German army unit , plus there was also a corps of the 4th Panzer Army trapped in the city .


The German public was not officially told of the impending disaster until the end of January 1943 , though positive media reports had stopped in the weeks before the announcement .

The German public was not officially told of the loss until the end of January 1943 , though positive media reports had stopped in the weeks before the announcement .


:p .280 General Walther von Seydlitz-Kurzbach offered to raise an anti-Hitler army from the Stalingrad survivors , but the Soviets did not accept .


The most successful day , 19 December , delivered of supplies in 154 flights .

The most successful day , 19 December , delivered 289 ST of supplies in 154 flights .


Of the 120 tanks the Soviets had committed , 30 were lost to air attack .

Of the 120 tanks the Soviets had sent into battle , 30 were lost to air attack .


The director of `` Luftflotte '' 4 , Wolfram von Richthofen , tried to get this decision overturned .

The director of `` Luftflotte '' 4 , Wolfram von Richthofen , tried to get this decision stopped .


These operations opened the Winter Campaign of 1942 -- 1943 ( 19 November 1942 -- 3 March 1943 ) , which involved some 15 Armies operating on several fronts .

These operations started the Winter Campaign of 1942-1943 ( 19 November 1942 -- 3 March 1943 ) , which involved 15 armies .


This would allow the Germans in the city to fight on temporarily while a relief force was assembled .

This would allow the Germans in the city to fight while a new force was assembled .


On 31 January , regular programming on German state radio was replaced by a broadcast of the somber Adagio movement from Anton Bruckner 's Seventh Symphony , followed by the announcement of the defeat at Stalingrad .

On 31 January , German state radio played the Adagio movement from Anton Bruckner 's Seventh Symphony , followed by the announcement of the defeat at Stalingrad .


The Stukas claimed 41 of the 106 Soviet tanks knocked out that morning , while escorting Bf 109s destroyed 77 Soviet aircraft .

The Stukas destroyed 41 of the 106 Soviet tanks that were destroyed that morning . German Bf 109s destroyed 77 Soviet aircraft .


On 18 February , Minister of Propaganda Joseph Goebbels gave the famous `` Sportpalast '' speech in Berlin , encouraging the Germans to accept a total war that would claim all resources and efforts from the entire population .

On 18 February , Minister of Propaganda Joseph Goebbels gave the `` Sportpalast '' speech in Berlin , encouraging the Germans to accept a total war .


Between 23 and 26 August , Soviet reports indicate 955 people were killed and another 1,181 wounded as a result of the bombing .

Between 23 and 26 August , 955 people were killed and another 1,181 wounded from the bombing .


Stalingrad marked the first time that the Nazi government publicly acknowledged a failure in its war effort ; it was not only the first major setback for the German military , but a crushing defeat where German losses were almost equal to those of the Soviets was unprecedented .

Stalingrad marked the first time that the Nazi government publicly admitted a failure in its war effort . It was a major defeat where German losses were almost equal to those of the Soviets .


Inside the pocket ( , literally `` cauldron '' ) , there were also around 10,000 Soviet civilians and several thousand Soviet soldiers the Germans had taken captive during the battle .

There were also around 10,000 Soviet civilians and several thousand Soviet soldiers the Germans had taken captive during the battle .


160 aircraft were destroyed and 328 were heavily damaged ( beyond repair ) .

160 German transport aircraft were destroyed and 328 were heavily damaged .


Field Marshal Erich von Manstein advised Hitler not to order the 6th Army to break out , stating that he could break through the Soviet lines and relieve the besieged 6th Army .

Field Marshal Erich von Manstein told Hitler not to order the 6th Army to break out .


Adolf Hitler had declared in a public speech ( in the Berlin Sportpalast ) on 30 September 1942 that the German army would never leave the city .

Adolf Hitler had said on 30 September 1942 that the German army would never leave the city .


The belligerents were Confederate cavalry from Texas and several companies of Arizona militia versus U.S. Army regulars and Union volunteers from northern New Mexico and Colorado .

The Confederate cavalry from Texas and several companies of Arizona militia fought Union Army regulars and Union volunteers from northern New Mexico and Colorado .


The American captives were ordered to build a series of bunkers and fortifications on Wake .

The American captives were forced to build bunkers and fortifications on Wake .


U.S. forces bombed the island periodically from 1942 until Japan 's surrender in 1945 .

U.S. forces bombed the island from 1942 until Japan 's surrender in 1945 .


Japanese losses were recorded at between 700 to 900 killed , with at least 300 more wounded , in addition to the two destroyers lost in the first invasion attempt and at least 28 land-based and carrier aircraft either shot down or damaged .

Japanese losses were recorded at between 700 to 900 killed , with at least 300 more wounded . Two destroyers were lost in the first invasion attempt and 28 aircraft were shot down or damaged .


On 24 February 1942 , aircraft from the carrier attacked the Japanese garrison on Wake Island .

On 24 February 1942 , aircraft from the carrier `` Enterprise '' attacked the Japanese troops on Wake Island .


The second Japanese invasion force came on 23 December , composed mostly of the same ships from the first attempt with the major reinforcements of the carriers `` Hiryū '' and `` Sōryū '' , plus 1,500 Japanese marines .

The second Japanese invasion force came on 23 December . It was mostly the same ships from the first attempt plus the carriers `` Hiryu '' and `` Soryu '' , and 1,500 Japanese marines .


TF 14 -- with the fleet carrier , three heavy cruisers , eight destroyers , and an oiler -- was to undertake a raid on the Marshall Islands to divert Japanese attention .

TF 14 -- with the fleet carrier `` Lexington '' , three heavy cruisers , eight destroyers , and an oiler -- was sent to attack the Marshall Islands .


The Battle of Wilson 's Creek , also known as the Battle of Oak Hills , was the first major battle of the Trans-Mississippi Theater of the American Civil War .

The Battle of Wilson 's Creek , also known as the Battle of Oak Hills , was a battle of the American Civil War .


The Battle of Yellow Tavern was fought on May 11 , 1864 , as part of the Overland Campaign of the American Civil War .

The Battle of Yellow Tavern was part of the Overland Campaign of the American Civil War . It was fought on May 11 , 1864 in Henrico County , Virginia .


While the Allies recovered from their losses in just days , the operation left the Luftwaffe weak and ineffective for the remainder of the war .

While the Allies recovered from their losses in just days , the operation left the `` Luftwaffe '' weak and ineffective for the remainder of the war .


This offensive , known as Unternehmen Nordwind ( Operation North Wind ) , was the last major German offensive of the war on the Western Front .

This offensive , known as `` Unternehmen Nordwind '' ( Operation North Wind ) , was the last major German offensive of the war on the Western Front .


The German High Command 's official figure for the campaign was 84,834 German casualties , and other estimates range between 60,000 and 100,000 .

The German High Command 's official figure for the campaign was 84,834 casualties , and other estimates range between 60,000 and 100,000 .


An official report by the United States Department of the Army lists 108,347 casualties , including 19,246 killed , 62,489 wounded , and 26,612 captured or missing .

An official report by the United States Department of the Army lists some 108,347 casualties , including 19,246 killed , 62,489 wounded and 26,612 captured and missing .


The official U.S. Army history states : `` At least seven thousand [ men ] were lost here and the figure probably is closer to eight or nine thousand . ''


In a personal conversation on 13 December between Walther Model and Friedrich von der Heydte , who was put in charge of Operation Stösser , von der Heydte gave Operation Stösser less than a 10 % chance of succeeding .

In a personal conversation on 13 December between Walther Model and Friedrich von der Heydte , who was put in charge of Operation `` Stösser '' , von der Heydte gave Operation `` Stösser '' less than a 10 % chance of succeeding .


Casualty estimates for the battle vary widely .

Casualty estimates from the battle vary widely .


At 16:50 on 26 December , the lead element , Company D , 37th Tank Battalion of the 4th Armored Division , reached Bastogne , ending the siege .

At 16:50 on 26 December , the Company D , 37th Tank Battalion of the 4th Armored Division , reached Bastogne , ending the siege .


However , the Luftwaffe lost 277 planes , 62 to Allied fighters and 172 mostly because of an unexpectedly high number of Allied flak guns , set up to protect against German V-1 flying bomb/missile attacks and using proximity fused shells , but also by friendly fire from the German flak guns that were uninformed of the pending large-scale German air operation .

However , the `` Luftwaffe '' lost 277 planes , 62 to Allied fighters and 172 mostly because of an unexpectedly high number of Allied flak guns , set up to protect against German V-1 flying bomb attacks and using proximity fused shells , but also by friendly fire from the German flak guns that were uninformed of the pending large-scale German air operation .


While operations continued in the autumn , notably the Lorraine Campaign , the Battle of Aachen and fighting in the Hürtgen Forest , the strategic situation in the west had changed little .

While operations continued in the autumn , notably the Lorraine Campaign , the Battle of Aachen and fighting in the Hürtgen Forest , the situation in the west changed little .


According to the U.S. Department of Defense , American forces suffered 89,500 casualties including 19,000 killed , 47,500 wounded and 23,000 missing .

According to the U.S. Department of Defense the American forces suffered 89,500 casualties including 19,000 killed , 47,500 wounded and 23,000 missing .


Then Montgomery described the course of the battle for a half-hour .

Then Montgomery described the battle for a half-hour .


The German commander , Generalleutnant ( Lt. Gen. ) Heinrich Freiherr von Lüttwitz , requested Bastogne 's surrender .

The German commander , Lt. Gen. Heinrich Freiherr von Lüttwitz , requested Bastogne 's surrender .


Only one month before 250 members of the Waffen-SS had unsuccessfully tried to recapture the town of Vianden with its castle from the Luxembourgish resistance during the Battle of Vianden .

Only one month before 250 members of the Waffen-SS had tried to recapture the town of Vianden from the Luxembourgish resistance during the Battle of Vianden .


`` The battle has been the most interesting , I think possibly one of the most interesting and tricky battles I have ever handled . ''

He called the battle `` the most interesting , I think possibly one of the most interesting and tricky battles I have ever handled . ''


At the start of the offensive , the First and Third U.S. Armies were separated by about .

At the start of the offensive , the First and Third U.S. Armies were separated by about 25 mi .


A total of 708 black Americans were killed in combat during World War II .

A total of 708 African Americans were killed in combat during World War II .


Sixth Panzer Army commander SS-Oberstgruppenführer Sepp Dietrich ordered Hermann Prieß , commanding officer of the I SS Panzer Corps , to increase its efforts to back Peiper 's Kampfgruppe , but Prieß was unable to break through .

Sixth Panzer Army commander SS-Oberstgruppenführer Sepp Dietrich ordered Hermann Prieß , commanding officer of the I SS Panzer Corps , to help Peiper 's Kampfgruppe , but Prieß was unable to break through .


In the northern sector opposite the 99th , this included more than 4,000 deaths and the destruction of sixty tanks and big guns .

In the northern sector , this included more than 4,000 deaths and the destruction of sixty tanks and big guns .


Their job was to go behind American lines and change signposts , misdirect traffic , generally cause disruption and seize bridges across the Meuse River between Liège and Namur .

They would go behind American lines and change signposts , misdirect traffic , cause disruption and seize bridges across the Meuse River between Liège and Namur .


The division lost about 20 % of its effective strength , including 465 killed and 2,524 evacuated due to wounds , injuries , fatigue , or trench foot .

The division lost about 20 % of its strength , including 465 killed and 2,524 evacuated due to wounds , injuries or fatigue .


Their intention was to control the twin villages of Rocherath-Krinkelt which would clear a path to the high ground of Elsenborn Ridge .

Their intention was to control the villages of Rocherath-Krinkelt which would clear a path to Elsenborn Ridge .


After more than ten days of intense battle , they pushed the Americans out of the villages , but were unable to dislodge them from the ridge , where elements of the V Corps of the First U.S. Army prevented the German forces from reaching the road network to their west .

After more than ten days of battle , they pushed the Americans out of the villages , but were unable to move them from the ridge . The V Corps of the First U.S. Army prevented the German forces from reaching the roads to their west .


On the same day as Hitler 's withdrawal order , 7 January , Montgomery held his press conference at Zonhoven .

On the same day as Hitler 's withdrawal order , 7 January , Montgomery held his press conference .


They failed and were forced to withdraw , and a number were captured , including battalion commander Maj. Hal McCown .

They were pushed back and a number captured , including their battalion commander , Maj. Hal McCown .


A team of volunteer surgeons flew in by military glider and began operating in a tool room .

A team of volunteer surgeons flew in by military glider and began operating .


Allied air forces also helped the defenders of Bastogne , dropping much-needed supplies -- medicine , food , blankets , and ammunition .

Allied air forces also helped the defenders of Bastogne , dropping medicine , food , blankets , and ammunition .


On the same day , German Army Group G ( Heeresgruppe G ) and Army Group Upper Rhine ( Heeresgruppe Oberrhein ) launched a major offensive against the thinly stretched , line of the Seventh U.S. Army .

On the same day , German Army Group G ( `` Heeresgruppe G '' ) and Army Group Upper Rhine ( `` Heeresgruppe Oberrhein '' ) launched a major offensive against the thinly stretched , 70 mi line of the Seventh U.S. Army .


Up to this point the German losses had been light , notably in armor , which was almost untouched with the exception of Peiper 's losses .

Up to this point the German losses had been light , especially in armor , which was almost unharmed with the exception of Peiper 's losses .


By late November , another ambitious special operation was added : Col. Friedrich August von der Heydte was to lead a Fallschirmjäger-Kampfgruppe ( paratrooper combat group ) in Operation Stösser , a night-time paratroop drop behind the Allied lines aimed at capturing a vital road junction near Malmedy .

By late November , another special operation was added : Col. Friedrich August von der Heydte was to lead a `` Fallschirmjäger '' ( paratrooper ) `` Kampfgruppe '' in Operation Stösser , a night-time paratroop drop behind the Allied lines aimed at capturing an important road near Malmedy .


SS Obersturmbannführer Joachim Peiper led Kampfgruppe Peiper , consisting of 4,800 men and 600 vehicles , which was charged with leading the main effort .

SS Obersturmbannführer Joachim Peiper led Kampfgruppe Peiper , consisting of 4,800 men and 600 vehicles .


They launched devastating bombing raids on the German supply points in their rear , and P-47 Thunderbolts started attacking the German troops on the roads .

They bombed the German supply points in their rear . P-47 Thunderbolts started attacking the German troops on the roads .


A single 18-man Intelligence and Reconnaissance Platoon from the 99th Infantry Division along with four Forward Air Controllers held up the battalion of about 500 German paratroopers until sunset , about 16:00 , causing 92 casualties among the Germans .

A single 18-man platoon from the 99th Infantry Division and four Forward Air Controllers held up the battalion of about 500 German paratroopers until sunset causing 92 casualties among the Germans .


First was the Sixth Panzer Army , under SS SS-Oberstgruppenführer Sepp Dietrich . It had been created on 26 October 1944 and incorporated the most senior and the experienced formation of the Waffen-SS : the 1st SS Panzer Division Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler as well as the 12th SS Panzer Division Hitlerjugend .

First was the Sixth Panzer Army , under SS General Sepp Dietrich -- newly created on 26 October 1944 , it used the most senior and the most experienced `` Waffen-SS '' : the 1st SS Panzer Division `` Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler '' as well as the 12th SS Panzer Division `` Hitlerjugend '' .


At dawn on 19 December , Peiper surprised the American defenders of Stoumont by sending infantry from the 2nd SS Panzergrenadier Regiment in an attack and a company of Fallschirmjäger ( paratroopers ) to infiltrate their lines .

At dawn on 19 December , Peiper attacked the American defenders of Stoumont . He sent infantry from the 2nd SS Panzergrenadier Regiment in an attack and a company of Fallschirmjäger .


The attacks by the Sixth Panzer Army 's infantry units in the north fared badly because of unexpectedly fierce resistance by the U.S. 2nd and 99th Infantry Divisions .

The attacks by the Sixth Panzer Army 's infantry units in the north did badly because of strong resistance by the U.S. 2nd and 99th Infantry Divisions .


In Operation Währung ( `` operation currency '' ) , a small number of German agents infiltrated Allied lines in American uniforms .

In Operation Währung , a small number of German agents went behind Allied lines in American uniforms .


To the north , the 277th Volksgrenadier Division attempted to break through the defending line of the U.S. 99th and the 2nd Infantry Divisions .

To the north , the 277th Volksgrenadier Division attempted to break through the U.S. 99th Infantry Division and positions of 2nd Infantry Division .


The German losses in the battle were especially critical : their last reserves were now gone , the Luftwaffe had been shattered , and remaining forces throughout the West were being pushed back to defend the Siegfried Line .

The last of the German reserves were now gone , the Luftwaffe had been destroyed and the remaining German forces in the West were being pushed back to the defenses of the Siegfried Line .


The destroyer was hit by three bombs , broke in half , and sank immediately , killing all but 14 of her 192-man crew .

The destroyer was hit by three bombs , broke in half , and sank , killing all but 14 of her 192-man crew .


The rest of `` Lexington `` s dive bombers were unable to find the Japanese carriers in the heavy clouds .

The rest of `` Lexington '' 's dive bombers were unable to find the Japanese carriers in the heavy clouds .


The 13 CAP Zeros on patrol at this time shot down three Wildcats .

The 13 CAP Zeros on patrol shot down three Wildcats .


After the carrier 's survivors were rescued , including Fitch and the carrier 's captain , Frederick C. Sherman , at 19:15 the destroyer fired five torpedoes into the burning ship , which sank in 2,400 fathoms at 19:52 ( ) .

After the carrier 's survivors were rescued , including Fitch and the carrier 's captain , Frederick C. Sherman , at 19:15 the destroyer `` Phelps '' fired five torpedoes into the burning ship , which sank in 2,400 fathoms at 19:52 ( ) .


Tulagi and Guadalcanal was four hours flying time from Rabaul , the nearest large Japanese base .

Tulagi was four hours flying time from Rabaul , the nearest large Japanese base .


Later that evening , MacArthur informed Fletcher that eight of his B-17s had attacked the invasion convoy and that it was retiring to the northwest .

Later that evening , MacArthur informed Fletcher that eight of his B-17s had attacked the invasion convoy and that it was moving to the northwest .


Up to 12 near misses damaged `` Yorktown `` s hull below the waterline .

Up to 12 near misses damaged `` Yorktown '' 's hull below the waterline .


Early on 3 May , Shima 's force arrived off Tulagi and began disembarking the naval troops to occupy the island .

Early on 3 May , Shima 's force arrived off Tulagi and the naval troops began to occupy the island .


Two dive bombers attacked `` Shōkaku '' , hitting the carrier with one bomb , causing further damage .

Two dive bombers attacked `` Shōkaku '' , hitting the carrier with one 1000 lb bomb , causing further damage .


Four dive bombers attacked `` Sims '' and the rest dived on `` Neosho '' .

Four dive bombers attacked `` Sims '' and the rest attacked `` Neosho '' .


Late on 6 May or early on 7 May , `` Kamikawa Maru '' set up a seaplane base in the Deboyne Islands in order to help provide air support for the invasion forces as they approached Port Moresby .

Late on 6 May or early on 7 May , `` Kamikawa Maru '' set up a seaplane base in the Deboyne Islands to help the invasion forces as they approached Port Moresby .


Abe 's ships departed Rabaul for the trip to Port Moresby on 4 May and were joined by Kajioka 's force the next day .

Abe 's ships departed Rabaul for the 840 nmi trip to Port Moresby on 4 May and were joined by Kajioka 's force the next day .


Two other dive bombers dove on `` Zuikaku '' , missing with their bombs .

Two other dive bombers attacked `` Zuikaku '' , missing with their bombs .


`` Lexington `` s TBDs missed `` Shōkaku '' with all 11 of their torpedoes .

`` Lexington '' 's TBDs missed `` Shōkaku '' with all 11 of their torpedoes .


On 29 April , Nimitz issued orders that sent his four carriers and their supporting warships towards the Coral Sea .

On 29 April , Nimitz sent his four carriers and their supporting warships towards the Coral Sea .


Because of the heavy losses in aircraft suffered the night before , the Japanese could not execute a full torpedo attack on both carriers .

Because of the heavy losses in aircraft the night before , the Japanese could not do a full torpedo attack on both carriers .


`` Lexington `` s crew began abandoning ship at 17:07 .

`` Lexington '' 's crew began abandoning ship at 17:07 .


Around 14:42 , another large explosion occurred , starting a second severe fire .

Around 14:42 , another large explosion occurred , starting a second fire .


In April 1942 , the army and navy developed a plan that was titled Operation `` MO '' .

In April 1942 , the army and navy developed a plan called Operation `` MO '' .


`` Lexington `` s aircraft arrived and attacked at 11:30 .

`` Lexington '' 's aircraft arrived and attacked at 11:30 .


On 7 December 1941 , using aircraft carriers , Japan attacked the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor , Hawaii .

On 7 December 1941 , using aircraft carriers , the Japanese attacked the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor , Hawaii .