Malmedy Massacre

The Malmedy Massacre occurred on December 17, 1944, during World War II, in Belgium. German soldiers captured American prisoners of war during the Battle of the Bulge. In a tragic breach of conduct, the Germans executed 84 American soldiers under harsh conditions, violating the rules of war. The massacre shocked the Allied forces and was used as propaganda against Germany. After the war, some German soldiers and officers involved were tried and held accountable for this war crime. The event remains a solemn reminder of the brutality of war and the importance of upholding international laws protecting prisoners.