This placed them directly in the path of the massive German surprise attack in the Battle of the Bulge, launched on December 16, 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Train was Assistant Regimental Commander of the 112th Infantry Regiment of the 28th Division. His regiment held its position for the first two days of the attack against overwhelming odds and then participated in the defense of St. Vith in southern Belgium, a key road junction.
The placement of the 112th Infantry Regiment of the 28th Division directly into the path of the German attack during the Battle of the Bulge on December 16, 1944, is described. Lieutenant Colonel Train's role as Assistant Regimental Commander and his regiment's participation in the defense of St. Vith are also highlighted.