Unveiling the Hidden Horrors of America's Bloodiest WWII Battle with Drones

Archaeologists have used drones and LiDAR technology to uncover previously unknown details about the Battle of the Bulge, the bloodiest battle the United States fought in World War II. The study revealed almost a thousand hidden archaeological features at the battlefield site, including dugouts, foxholes, trenches, bomb craters, and artillery emplacements. The research sheds new light on the battle and could have implications for understanding other World War II battlefields. Additionally, the use of these techniques may help protect battlefield landscapes from deforestation.